October 29, 2024 - Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash that occurred at 9701 Westheimer Road about 10:20 p.m. on Monday (Oct. 28).

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

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant R. Dallas and Officer R. Young reported:

The male was attempting to cross the eastbound lanes of Westheimer on foot, not in a crosswalk, when he was struck by an unknown vehicle. Responding Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene.

The vehicle that struck the male fled the scene and did not stop to render aid. There are no known witnesses to the crash.

Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072.