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HPD: Midtown nightclub manager hit and killed by man aiming for partner

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A woman was killed in Midtown early Sunday morning after a driver, attempting to strike his significant other following a nightclub dispute, missed and hit a bystander instead.

Early Sunday morning, Houston police were patrolling near San Jacinto Street when they heard what they initially thought were gunshots. However, upon further investigation, they discovered a pedestrian who had been struck on the sidewalk.

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Witnesses on the scene informed officers that the driver involved in the incident was fleeing northbound toward Downtown. The suspect was later detained in the 1200 block of Jefferson.

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Preliminary reports indicate that the incident stemmed from a domestic violence altercation inside a nearby nightclub. Security staff at the venue managed to break up the dispute, but as the suspect left the establishment, he allegedly began driving erratically, striking multiple vehicles. The suspect then reportedly attempted to intentionally hit his significant other with the vehicle but missed, tragically striking a bystander instead.

The victim, a woman who was the manager of one of the nightclubs in the area and was on her way home, was pronounced dead at the scene. The Houston Police Department continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding this fatal hit-and-run.

This is a developing story that will be updated as more information comes out.


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Holly joined the KPRC 2 digital team in March 2024, leveraging her eight years of expertise in blogging and digital content to share her passion for Houston. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring the city's vibrant scenes, all while balancing her roles as a wife and mother to two toddlers.

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