POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 5500 West Bellfort Avenue

July 28, 2021 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 5500 West Bellfort Avenue about 10:05 p.m. on Tuesday (July 27).  

The identity of the male victim, 59, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.  

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

The victim was driving a gray Nissan Altima southbound near the above address and failed to stay in a single lane.  The Nissan struck a light pole and then a tree in the front yard of a residence.  

Houston Fire Department paramedics transported the victim to Memorial Hermann -Texas Medical Center where he was pronounced deceased. 

No other vehicles were involved in this crash.  The investigation is continuing.

VHS/JFC 7-28-21
Inc. #101257921-E

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