Houston police are investigating a fatal crash at 6200 Dashwood Drive that occurred about 3:05 a.m. today (October 4).
The identity of the male victim, 17, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Rose and Officer K. Stout reported:
The victim was driving a gray Cadillac at a high rate of speed westbound on Dashwood Drive at the above address. He then left the roadway and went into a ditch. The vehicle overturned several times, striking a fire hyrdant and stop sign before stopping in a parking lot. The driver, who was not properly restrained, was partially ejected and pronounced deceased at the scene.
The investigation is continuing.
KJS/JKS 10-4-21
Inc. #133550321-I