HOUSTON – A 19-year-old motorcyclist was hit and killed Monday morning after a police chase led to a crash in north Houston.
According to police, the crash took place at the intersection of FM 1960 and I-45.
Exec Assist. Chief @SatterwhiteLJ Briefing on Fatal Crash at 8400 North Freeway https://t.co/2snADqg7im
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 27, 2023
Police said officers noticed two drivers racing northbound on I-45 and Gulf Bank around 2:08 a.m.
An officer reportedly tried to stop the driver, but he refused and began driving away. Officers said he reached speeds of up to 100 miles an hour.
About six minutes later, police said the driver exited FM 1960, ran a red light, and then crashed into the 19-year-old victim who was on the motorcycle.
HOD Commanders and PIO en route to a fatal crash at North Fwy and FM 1960.
— Houston Police (@houstonpolice) November 27, 2023
Prelim info is officers were pursuing stolen vehicle and suspect vehicle struck a motorcyclist. One person deceased.
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The driver, identified as a 16-year-old boy, reportedly kept going for another half a mile before the car became disabled.
Officers said the suspect then jumped out of the car and ran before officers were able to take him into custody.
A possible suspect has been arrested and faces multiple charges.
Additionally, investigators learned the car had been stolen on Sunday.