Houston police are investigating the fatal crash in the 2800 block of Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) about 1:50 a.m. today (June 12).
The identity of the deceased male, 19, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Griffiths and C. Brothers reported:
A black Harley-Davidson motorcycle was traveling northbound at the above address. The operator took the South Freeway (State Highway 288) exit ramp at a high rate of speed and struck the barrier on the fly over ramp. He was ejected and fell to the grassy area near 1900 Pierce Street. Paramedics pronounced him deceased at the scene.
The investigation is ongoing.
SOA 6-12-25
Inc. #076323425-D