February 21, 2024 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 13100 Almeda Road about 4:45 p.m. on Tuesday (February 20).

The identity of the deceased male, 36, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant L. le and Officer S. Le reported:

A gray Chevrolet Equinox was exiting the driveway of a business at the above address westbound toward Almeda Road. The Equinox failed to yield the right of way as the vehicle crossed the train tracks and was struck by a Union Pacific train traveling northbound.

The driver of the Equinox was pronounced deceased by responding Houston Fire Department paramedics.