Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 16701 Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 12:10 a.m. today (Dec. 9).
The identity of the deceased male, 43, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Scienes.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant R. Dallas and Officer T. Johnson reported:
The male, a pedestrian, was attempting to cross the main lanes of the freeway at the above address when he was struck by a black Ford Expedition traveling southbound. Paramedics pronounced the male deceased at the scene.
The male driver, 45, who did not show signs of impairment, was questioned and released.
The investigation is continuing.
JFC/ ECR 12-9-24
Inc #170617224-Y