Houston Police Department
Fatal Traffic Accident at 9000 Fuqua

November 03, 2014 - Houston police are investigating a fatal traffic accident at 9000 Fuqua about 8:05 p.m. on Sunday (Nov. 2).

The identity of the male victim, 19, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant F. Briones and Officer N. Godin reported:

A witness stated the victim was operating a blue Yamaha motorcycle at a high rate of speed westbound on Fuqua.  A silver Chevrolet PT Cruiser was traveling eastbound on Fuqua and was turning north on to Clearwood when it was struck by the motorcycle.  The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene.  The persons inside the Chevrolet, including the female driver, 23, were not injured.

No charges have been filed.  The investigation is continuing.



JFC/VHS  11-3-14
Inc #139562814-O


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