POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 18900 Lee Road

April 16, 2021 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 18900 Lee Road that occurred about 8:15 a.m. today.  

The identity of the deceased male, 30, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.  

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Hall and Officer A. Hart reported:  

The male driver of a white Ford Taurus was traveling southbound near the above address and following a gray Ford Focus.  At some point, the Taurus struck the Focus on the rear.  The impact forced the Taurus into the northbound lanes of Lee Road and into oncoming traffic.  The Taurus then struck a gray Audi SUV traveling northbound on Lee Road. 

The driver of the Taurus died at the scene.  The female driver of the Audi was transported to an area hospital in stable condition.  The female driver, 28, of the Focus was not injured.  

The investigation is continuing. 

VHS/JKS 4-16-21
Inc. #50225321-G

For additional information, please contact the HPD Community Affairs Division at 713-308-3200.