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Bicyclist fatally struck by tow truck driver in southwest Houston neighborhood

A Bicyclist is dead after they were struck by a tow truck on Sunday evening (KPRC)

HOUSTON – A bicyclist was fatally struck by a tow truck in southwest Houston Sunday evening.

The crash happened in the 5900 block of Beechnut Street near Braewick at around 9 p.m.

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According to investigators, the bicyclist was crossing southbound on Braewick when it collided with the tow truck, which was driving eastbound on Beechnut.

The bicyclist died at the scene.

The tow truck driver cooperated with authorities. They found no signs of intoxication.

It’s unclear if speed was a factor and if the bicyclist had any lights on.

The case was forwarded to the Harris County District Attorney’s Office to determine whether any charges will be filed.


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A graduate of the University of Houston-Downtown, Ana moved to H-Town from sunny southern California in 2015. In 2020, she joined the KPRC 2 digital team as an intern. Ana is a self-proclaimed coffee connoisseur, a catmom of 3, and an aquarium enthusiast. In her spare time, she's an avid video gamer and loves to travel.

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