Motorcyclist dies after possible hit-and-run crash off US-90 in SW Houston
HOUSTON, TX — Investigators believe another driver may have been involved in a motorcycle crash Sunday morning in southwest Houston that claimed the life of a 33-year-old man, according to the Houston Police Department.
The HPD’s Vehicular Crimes Division said the fatal crash happened at 11900 U.S. Highway 90, near the 300 block of North Holmes Road, at about 10:40 a.m.
According to officials, preliminary details indicate the man was traveling on an orange Suzuki GSXR motorcycle when he was struck by another vehicle. The motorcycle then lost control and crashed, sending the victim over the bridge and onto North Holmes Road.
The victim was pronounced deceased on the scene by paramedics, confirmed the HPD.
It’s unclear at this time what kind of vehicle may have hit the motorcyclist, but an investigation was in progress. The department encourages anyone with information to call the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072, or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
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