Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 14000 Buffalo Speedway about 6:40 p.m. last Friday (September 17).
The identity of the female victim, 16, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant F. Briones and Officer J. Rangel reported:
Witnesses stated the driver of a silver Dodge Ram pickup truck was traveling at a high rate of speed northbound at the above address at the intersection of Darlinghurst when he struck a blue Chevrolet Cobalt traveling eastbound on Darlinghurst and crossing Buffalo Speedway. The Dodge struck the front bumper of the Chevrolet, veered off the roadway over a concrete curb and then struck trees lining the median. The Dodge passenger was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Both drivers were evaluated and did not show signs of impairment. No charges have been filed at this time. The investigation is continuing.
JKS/JFC 9-20-21
Inc. #125791421-D