POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 14100 North Freeway

January 19, 2021 - A male suspect critically injured in a crash at 14100 North Freeway (North Interstate Highway 45) service road about 2:40 a.m. on December 9, 2020 has died.  

The identity of the suspect is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.  

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant J. Uribe and Officer J. Baker reported:  

HPD patrol officers were pursuing a Yamaha motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed northbound on the North Freeway.  The motorcyclist exited the freeway at Airtex Road, failed to stay in a single lane, and crashed on the service road of the North Freeway.  Houston Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene and transported the male to HCA Northwest Houston Hospital in critical condition. 

On Sunday (January 17), the male was pronounced deceased from his injuries. 

The investigation is continuing. 



VHS/KJS  1-19-21
Inc. #163452720-F


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