Investigation into Fatal Crash at 7000 West FM 1960 Road

Houston police are investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash at 7000 West FM 1960 Road about 7:05 p.m. on Tuesday (Dec. 31).

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

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant M. Warhol and Officer C. Loring reported:

The victim, a pedestrian, was crossing the street – not at a crosswalk – at the above address when he was struck by a silver Chevrolet Malibu travelling westbound on FM 1960.  The driver failed to stop and render aid and fled the scene.  The victim was transported via Life Flight helicopter to Memorial Hermann Hospital where he was pronounced deceased.

Anyone with information on the wanted vehicle and/or driver is urged to contact the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.

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