October 3, 2024 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 5700 South Wayside Drive about 5:30 a.m. today.

The identity of the deceased male, believed to be in his 50s or 60s, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant L. Ross and Officer R. Saenz reported:

The male was riding a bicycle - without a light or reflector - northbound in the southbound lanes at the above address when he was struck by a gray Subaru Baja pickup truck traveling southbound. Paramedics pronounced the male deceased at the scene.

The male driver, 25, of the Subaru did not show signs of intoxication. He remained at the scene and was questioned and released.

The investigation is continuing.