POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 12900 Northwest Freeway

October 4, 2018 - Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 12900 Northwest Freeway (U.S. Highway 290) about 11:40 a.m. today.  

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

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant L. Ross and Officer L. Ho reported:  

According to witnesses, the driver of a tractor trailer truck was traveling eastbound on the Northwest Freeway near the above address when the victim intentionally jumped from a bridge to the freeway below and was struck by the truck.  

No other persons or vehicles were involved in the crash.  

The investigation is continuing.   

VHS/KJS 10-4-18
Inc. #125852518-N

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