Investigation into Fatal Crash at 21800 Eastex Freeway

Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 21800 Eastex Freeway (North U.S. Highway 59) about 5:05 a.m. on Sunday (September 27).

The identity of the male victim, 22, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant K. Harris and Officer J. Tran reported:

The victim was driving a yellow and black Chevrolet Camaro at a high rate of speed northbound near the above address when the vehicle left the roadway, went into a grassy median and then struck a metal light pole.  The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene.

There were no other persons inside the vehicle.

VHS/JFC  9-28-20
Inc. #127969720-X

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