POLICE Department

Investigation into Fatal Crash at 1400 North Loop East

November 6, 2023 - Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 1400 North Loop East (North Interstate Highway 610 East) about 3:35 a.m. today (Nov. 6).

The identity of the deceased male, 24, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Rose and Officer C. Moralez reported:

The driver of a black Hummer H3 was traveling eastbound on the North Loop near Irvington Boulevard when he struck a pedestrian attempting to cross the main lanes of the freeway.  Responding Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the male deceased at the scene.

The driver of the vehicle remained at the scene, did not show signs of intoxication, and was questioned and released.

The investigation is continuing.




JKS/VHS   11-6-23
Inc. #158917023-V

 

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