Investigation into Fatal Crash at 12700 Gulf Freeway
Houston police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 12700 Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45) service road about 6:25 p.m. on Thursday (February 20).
The identity of the deceased male is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences. Â
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant P. Lee and Officer N. Luu reported:Â Â
The male was running across the freeway service road when he was struck by a white Honda Pilot traveling northbound on the service road. A witness stated the male was running from west to east before he was struck.  Houston Fire Department paramedics responded to the scene and pronounced the male deceased. Â
The driver of the Honda remained at the scene, did not show signs of intoxication, and was questioned and released. Â
The investigation is continuing. Â