Houston Police Department
Fatal Traffic Accident at 8000 Harwin

May 20, 2013 - Houston police are investigating a fatal traffic accident at 8000 Harwin about 7:45 a.m. last Friday (May 17).

The identity of the male victim, 33, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant C. Park and Officer M. Reyes reported:

The victim was operating a white Suzuki motorcycle and traveling westbound on Harwin when he lost control, went into the eastbound lanes on Harwin and struck a silver Honda Civic traveling in the eastbound lanes.  The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.  No one else was injured.

The investigation is continuing.



JFC/VHS   5-20-13
Inc #060734913-C


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