Investigation into Fatal Crash at 5600 Harrisburg Boulevard

Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 5600 Harrisburg Boulevard that occurred about 7:05 p.m. on Wednesday (March 17).

The identity of the male victim, 58, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant F. Briones and Officer S. Le reported:

The victim was crossing the street at the above address – in a crosswalk, but against the light – when he was struck by a red Chevrolet Corvette traveling at a high rate of speed. The male driver, 19, eventually stopped. Paramedics pronounced the victim deceased.

The driver was questioned, did not show signs of intoxication and was released.

The investigating is continuing.

JKS/JFC 3-19-21
Inc. #035674021-P