Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash at 4600 North Shepherd Drive about 11 p.m. on Sunday (January 17).
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 T. Phillips reported:
The driver of a red truck of unknown make or model was traveling northbound near the above address when the victim crossed the street, not in crosswalk, and was struck. The driver of the truck did not stop to provide assistance. The victim died at the scene.
According to witnesses, the truck was last seen traveling eastbound on Thornton Road.
Anyone with information in this case is urged to contact the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
VHS/KJS 1-19-21
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