Investigation into Fatal Crash at 1500 Chimney Rock Road

Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 1500 Chimney Rock Road about 3 a.m. on Sunday (March 20).The identity of the female victim is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.The victim was driving a black Jeep Cherokee at a high rate of speed southbound at the above address.  The Jeep left the roadway and struck a tree, causing the vehicle to catch fire.  The driver died at the scene.Local residents were able to break the back window of the SUV, allowing the front-seat passenger to crawl out of the burning vehicle to safety.  The passenger was transported by Houston Fire Department paramedics to an area hospital in stable condition.The investigation is continuing.KJS/VHS  3-21-22Inc. #036389722-X