HOUSTON – Harris County sheriff’s deputies are still searching for a suspect accused of killing a teen during a hit-and-run incident in west Harris County on Tuesday, July 19.
According to HCSO, Omar Fathallah Mohammed Fathalla Ghatas, 16, was struck by a vehicle in the 14100 block of Alief Clodine Road around 10:45 p.m.
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During the incident, the teen was walking from a bus stop when stray dogs began chasing him. In an attempt to get away, deputies said the victim began running westbound in the eastbound lanes of Aldine Clodine Road. He was struck by a suspect in an unknown vehicle, investigators said. The suspect reportedly fled the scene without rendering aid. Ghatas died from his injuries.
Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the charging and/or arrest of the suspect(s) in this case. Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. Only tips and calls directly to Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.