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Man killed in hit-and-run crash on Westheimer, search underway for driver
Read full article: Man killed in hit-and-run crash on Westheimer, search underway for driverInvestigators said the man was crossing the street when a dark-colored SUV hit him and kept on going. Police are combing the area for surveillance video to find the driver.
Man arrested in connection to fatal hit-and-run of 10-year-old boy in West Harris County
Read full article: Man arrested in connection to fatal hit-and-run of 10-year-old boy in West Harris CountyA 10-year-old boy was fatally struck by an SUV driven by Alex Tuan Vuong, 36, in a hit-and-run incident on July 4th in West Harris County.
10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris County
Read full article: 10-year-old boy riding bike killed by hit-and-run driver in West Harris CountyDetectives say the hit-and-run driver dragged the little boy's bike for a short period and his bike was found half a mile away from the crash site.
Houston family ‘forever saddened’ after their 3-year-old daughter dies from injuries in hit-and-run Uber crash
Read full article: Houston family ‘forever saddened’ after their 3-year-old daughter dies from injuries in hit-and-run Uber crashThe attorney for a Houston family says they are devastated by the loss of their daughter who died after the Uber she was in crashed.
3-year-old in critical condition after Uber driver chases pickup truck following hit-and-run
Read full article: 3-year-old in critical condition after Uber driver chases pickup truck following hit-and-runA hit-and-run crash involving an Uber driver left a three-year-old child in critical condition Sunday night.
Driver arrested for allegedly causing fatal crash where passenger was ejected in west Houston, fleeing scene
Read full article: Driver arrested for allegedly causing fatal crash where passenger was ejected in west Houston, fleeing sceneA man was arrested and charged after a man was fatally struck in a hit-and-run crash in west Houston, the Houston Police Department said.
Family of 35-year-old father killed in a hit-and-run turns over evidence to police
Read full article: Family of 35-year-old father killed in a hit-and-run turns over evidence to policeA family is fighting for answers after a 35-year-old father was killed in a hit-and-run in the Galleria area.It happened around 12:30 a.m. Sunday morning off near Fountain View and Inwood Drive.
‘You risk people’s lives’: 21-year-old, niece recovering after hit-and-run driver pushes car off Houston highway
Read full article: ‘You risk people’s lives’: 21-year-old, niece recovering after hit-and-run driver pushes car off Houston highwayA Houston woman said she and her 4-year-old niece are lucky to be alive after a hit-and-run crash. The crash happened on Wednesday off 610 right before the Telephone and Woodridge exit.
Family of couple killed in SE Houston hit-and-run pleas for suspect to surrender; donations needed for help with funeral
Read full article: Family of couple killed in SE Houston hit-and-run pleas for suspect to surrender; donations needed for help with funeralThe agonizing search continues for a family who is searching for the driver responsible for killing two of their loved ones.
Suspect charged after hitting man with vehicle, leaving him on side of NW Houston road
Read full article: Suspect charged after hitting man with vehicle, leaving him on side of NW Houston roadA suspect has been arrested and charged after police say he hit a man with his vehicle and then fled the scene.
Moped driver, passenger killed in chain-reaction crash on Gulf Freeway; search underway for hit-and-run suspect
Read full article: Moped driver, passenger killed in chain-reaction crash on Gulf Freeway; search underway for hit-and-run suspectA search was underway for a driver who fled the scene after causing a chain-reaction crash that led to the death of a man and woman riding on a scooter in southeast Houston, police said.
Man killed in front of brother in hit-and-run incident on Southwest Freeway
Read full article: Man killed in front of brother in hit-and-run incident on Southwest FreewayA man was fatally struck in front of his brother in a hit-and-run incident in southwest Houston Monday, according to the Houston Police Department.
2 firefighters injured after ambulance T-boned by vehicle in hit-and-run incident in north Houston
Read full article: 2 firefighters injured after ambulance T-boned by vehicle in hit-and-run incident in north HoustonTwo Houston firefighters are recovering after a hit-and-run crash in north Houston Monday, the Houston Police Department said.
‘He was like Superman’: Family identifies good Samaritan killed on North Loop while helping driver change tire
Read full article: ‘He was like Superman’: Family identifies good Samaritan killed on North Loop while helping driver change tireFamily members have released the identity of a good Samaritan who was killed while trying to help a driver change a tire on a vehicle Monday.
1-year-old possibly hit by vehicle in parking lot of SE Houston apartment complex, police say
Read full article: 1-year-old possibly hit by vehicle in parking lot of SE Houston apartment complex, police sayAn investigation is underway after a 1-year-old girl was possibly hit by a vehicle in the parking lot of an apartment complex in southeast Houston Monday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Man killed in hit-and-run crash on Houston’s south side, police say
Read full article: Man killed in hit-and-run crash on Houston’s south side, police sayAn investigation is underway after a man was fatally struck in a hit-and-run incident on Houston’s south side Thursday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Man killed in hit-and-run incident on Houston’s south side, police say
Read full article: Man killed in hit-and-run incident on Houston’s south side, police sayOfficers with the Houston Police Department said they are searching for a suspect accused of killing a man in a hit-and-run incident on Houston’s south side Wednesday.
Hit-and-run driver found receiving treatment at ER after leaving 17-year-old passenger to die at crash site, police say
Read full article: Hit-and-run driver found receiving treatment at ER after leaving 17-year-old passenger to die at crash site, police sayCharges have been filed against a man who fled the scene after causing a crash that killed his 17-year-old passenger, according to Houston police.
DWI suspect strikes police officer, suspect accused in hit-and-run incident in SW Houston, HPD says
Read full article: DWI suspect strikes police officer, suspect accused in hit-and-run incident in SW Houston, HPD saysAn investigation is underway after a DWI suspect struck a police officer and a suspect accused in a hit-and-run incident during a chase in southwest Houston Tuesday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Driver accused of hitting motorcyclist, dragging him half a mile during hit-and-run crash on S Beltway
Read full article: Driver accused of hitting motorcyclist, dragging him half a mile during hit-and-run crash on S BeltwayA Rosenberg man is accused of hitting a 21-year-old motorcyclist and dragging his body half a mile before speeding off and abandoning his car in September.
‘We’re coming back stronger than ever’: Houston area bike group returns to streets after cyclist killed in hit-and-run crash
Read full article: ‘We’re coming back stronger than ever’: Houston area bike group returns to streets after cyclist killed in hit-and-run crashPride Bike Ride Houston returned to its weekly tradition Tuesday night, exactly two weeks after a hit-and-run driver killed one of their own.
17-year-old boy arrested, charged after hit-and-run incident that injured teen girl behind Benjamin Davis HS, Pct. 4 says
Read full article: 17-year-old boy arrested, charged after hit-and-run incident that injured teen girl behind Benjamin Davis HS, Pct. 4 saysAn investigation is underway after an 18-year-old girl was struck by a vehicle behind Benjamin Davis High School Monday, Harris County Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman said.
Police searching for driver who caused deadly hit-and-run crash on Katy Freeway last month
Read full article: Police searching for driver who caused deadly hit-and-run crash on Katy Freeway last monthThe Houston Police Department and Crime Stoppers need the public’s help finding the person responsible for a deadly hit-and-run crash on the Katy Freeway.
Alleged drunken driver charged after 2-year old killed in hit-and-run in southwest Houston, police say
Read full article: Alleged drunken driver charged after 2-year old killed in hit-and-run in southwest Houston, police sayA 2-year-old little boy has died after a hit-and-run believed to be caused by an intoxicated driver in southwest Houston Saturday afternoon, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Skateboarder killed in hit-and-run incident in southeast Houston, police say
Read full article: Skateboarder killed in hit-and-run incident in southeast Houston, police sayOfficers with the Houston Police Department are searching for a driver accused of hitting a man on a skateboard in southeast Houston Friday and then leaving the scene.
Man fatally struck by vehicle during hit-and-run incident on Southwest Freeway, HPD says
Read full article: Man fatally struck by vehicle during hit-and-run incident on Southwest Freeway, HPD saysAn investigation is underway after police said a man was fatally struck while walking on Southwest Freeway Wednesday.
3 people on bicycle taxi injured in hit-and-run incident while leaving Astros game, police say
Read full article: 3 people on bicycle taxi injured in hit-and-run incident while leaving Astros game, police sayThree people were injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a bicycle taxi while leaving the Astros game in downtown Houston Tuesday, officers with the Houston Police Department said.
Suspect hits, kills woman crossing roadway before leaving scene in southeast Houston: HPD
Read full article: Suspect hits, kills woman crossing roadway before leaving scene in southeast Houston: HPDOfficers with the Houston Police Department said they are looking for a woman accused of fatally striking another woman while driving in southeast Houston and then leaving the scene Monday.
2-year-old boy injured in hit-and-run in north Harris County; driver arrested: Pct. 4
Read full article: 2-year-old boy injured in hit-and-run in north Harris County; driver arrested: Pct. 4A suspect has been arrested and charged after injuring a toddler in a hit-and-run incident in north Harris County Thursday, deputy constables with Precinct 4 said.
Woman killed during hit-and-run incident in north Harris County, deputies say
Read full article: Woman killed during hit-and-run incident in north Harris County, deputies sayAn investigation is underway after a woman was fatally struck during a hit-and-run incident in north Harris County Friday, Harris County sheriff’s deputies said.
Deputies searching for suspect accused of hitting, killing teen while he was running from dogs in west Harris County
Read full article: Deputies searching for suspect accused of hitting, killing teen while he was running from dogs in west Harris CountyHarris 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.
Good Samaritan killed in hit-and-run while assisting driver having car troubles on Katy Freeway, HCSO says
Read full article: Good Samaritan killed in hit-and-run while assisting driver having car troubles on Katy Freeway, HCSO saysAuthorities with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Vehicular Crimes Division are asking for the public’s help in identifying a Good Samaritan who was hit and killed on the side of the road in Katy.
HPD searching for suspect after cyclist killed during hit-and-run in East End
Read full article: HPD searching for suspect after cyclist killed during hit-and-run in East EndHouston police are asking for the community’s help in identifying a suspect after a bicyclist was killed in a hit-and-run in the east end area earlier this year.
16-year-old killed in hit-and-run incident while running from dog in west Harris County, HCSO says
Read full article: 16-year-old killed in hit-and-run incident while running from dog in west Harris County, HCSO saysDeputies with Harris County Sheriff’s Office are searching for a driver responsible for reportedly hitting and killing a 16-year-old boy in west Harris County Tuesday.
Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle in hit-and-run in NW Harris County, HCSO says
Read full article: Pedestrian fatally struck by vehicle in hit-and-run in NW Harris County, HCSO saysAn investigation is underway after a pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle that fled the scene in northwest Harris County Wednesday, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said.
Pregnant woman among 2 injured in hit-and-run crash in north Houston, police say
Read full article: Pregnant woman among 2 injured in hit-and-run crash in north Houston, police sayTwo people, including a pregnant woman, were hurt in a hit-and-run crash at a northeast Houston intersection early Sunday, Houston police said.
HPD: Driver ditches vehicle, flees after fatally striking man walking in southeast Houston
Read full article: HPD: Driver ditches vehicle, flees after fatally striking man walking in southeast HoustonPolice are searching for the suspect who fled after fatally striking a man who was walking in southeast Houston early Sunday.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Man shot after hit-and-run crash in southwest Houston, police say
Read full article: CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Man shot after hit-and-run crash in southwest Houston, police sayHouston police are searching for suspects they said shot a man after a hit-and-run crash in southwest Houston Monday.
1 dead after being struck multiple times during hit-and-run in north Harris County, sheriff says
Read full article: 1 dead after being struck multiple times during hit-and-run in north Harris County, sheriff saysHarris County sheriff’s deputies are investigating a hit-and-run incident that left one person dead in north Harris County Monday.
HPD: Driver gets out of vehicle after striking woman, moves her to sidewalk, keeps going
Read full article: HPD: Driver gets out of vehicle after striking woman, moves her to sidewalk, keeps goingHouston police are searching for the driver who they said moved a pedestrian out of the roadway after striking her, but fled the scene without offering any help.
Man dead, woman injured in hit-and-run outside southeast Houston bar, police say
Read full article: Man dead, woman injured in hit-and-run outside southeast Houston bar, police sayHouston police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect responsible for running over two people in a bar parking lot Monday. According to officers, one man has died and a woman was seriously injured in the incident.
Recognize him? Crime Stoppers offers up to $5K for man wanted in hit-and-run of pedestrian
Read full article: Recognize him? Crime Stoppers offers up to $5K for man wanted in hit-and-run of pedestrianCrime Stoppers of Houston need the public’s assistance in identifying the man they say hit a man as he was walking across the street.
Woman walking with 2-year-old girl struck, killed by hit-and-run driver, police say
Read full article: Woman walking with 2-year-old girl struck, killed by hit-and-run driver, police sayPolice are asking for the community’s help in the search for a hit-and-run driver that killed a woman as she was walking with a 2-year-old girl on Jan. 13 in northwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.
Pedestrian killed, driver involved fled scene on foot, police say
Read full article: Pedestrian killed, driver involved fled scene on foot, police sayHouston police said they are searching for a driver who accidentally hit a 58-year-old woman while trying to avoid hitting another vehicle in northeast Houston, police said.
3 homeless men fatally struck by vehicles in 2 separate incidents in north Harris County, police say
Read full article: 3 homeless men fatally struck by vehicles in 2 separate incidents in north Harris County, police sayThree men are dead after two different accidents in north Harris County where they were all hit by vehicles, deputies said. Investigators said all three victims were homeless.
Good Samaritan helps authorities locate driver in deadly hit-and-run on Highway 290, police say
Read full article: Good Samaritan helps authorities locate driver in deadly hit-and-run on Highway 290, police sayPolice said they are investigating a hit-and-run that killed one person in northwest Houston Thursday.
1 person detained after striking child with vehicle in southwest Houston, police say
Read full article: 1 person detained after striking child with vehicle in southwest Houston, police sayHouston police are investigating after a child was struck by a vehicle in southwest Houston, officials said Tuesday.
Investigation underway after man with no clothes on killed in hit-and-run on East Freeway, deputies say
Read full article: Investigation underway after man with no clothes on killed in hit-and-run on East Freeway, deputies sayAn investigation is underway after a man was hit and killed by a driver on the East Freeway Wednesday, deputies said.
VIDEO: Hit-and-run driver arrested, charged after striking motorcyclist in northwest Houston
Read full article: VIDEO: Hit-and-run driver arrested, charged after striking motorcyclist in northwest HoustonA hit-and-run driver who struck a motorcyclist in northwest Houston earlier this month has since been arrested and charged, according to Harris Couty Precinct 5 Constable Ted Heap.
Search continues for driver who killed motorcyclist during hit-and-run crash near Cinco Ranch
Read full article: Search continues for driver who killed motorcyclist during hit-and-run crash near Cinco RanchWho killed Jeremiah Green? Houston police and Green’s family would like to know and need the public’s help identifying the suspect involved.
Off-duty officer, worker injured in hit-and-run on Katy Freeway near Highway 6, authorities say
Read full article: Off-duty officer, worker injured in hit-and-run on Katy Freeway near Highway 6, authorities sayAn investigation is underway after an off-duty Patton Village police officer and worker were injured in a hit-and-run on Katy Freeway near Highway 6 Sunday, authorities said.
Reward increases to $15,000 for information in deadly hit-and-run of woman near Galleria
Read full article: Reward increases to $15,000 for information in deadly hit-and-run of woman near GalleriaAn increased reward up to $15,000 is being offered for information on a driver that was involved in a deadly hit-and-run incident near the Galleria in December, according to Houston Crime Stoppers.
Person fatally struck in hit-and-run on Eastex Freeway, deputies say
Read full article: Person fatally struck in hit-and-run on Eastex Freeway, deputies sayHOUSTON – Harris County deputies are investigating after they said a person was fatally struck Wednesday in a hit-and-run. Deputies said it happened on the Eastex Freeway service road near East Mount Houston when a driver hit the victim and then fled the scene. Our traffic investigators and @HCSO_D2Patrol deputies are at the scene of a fatal pedestrian crash at Eastex Fwy and E Mount Houston. All southbound service road lanes are temporarily shut down at the intersection. #hounews pic.twitter.com/vWZrhwdlnn — HCSOTexas (@HCSOTexas) March 31, 2021All southbound service road lanes are temporarily shut down at the intersection.
Aldine ISD police officer hurt after suspect intentionally rams into vehicle in northwest Houston, deputies say
Read full article: Aldine ISD police officer hurt after suspect intentionally rams into vehicle in northwest Houston, deputies sayHOUSTON – Harris County Precinct 1 deputies are investigating after an 18-year veteran Aldine ISD officer was injured in a hit-and-run crash Tuesday. Deputies said the crash happened around 3:45 a.m. when the officer was traveling northbound in the 10900 block of West Montgomery. Deputies said the vehicle involved, which has been identified as a black, newer-modeled Camaro, came parallel with the officer on his right side. If seen, contact @Pct1Constable dispatch at (713) 755-7628. pic.twitter.com/4bfOopRr2Q — Constable Alan Rosen Harris County Pct. #hounews pic.twitter.com/mtOQ0t9dUx — Constable Alan Rosen Harris County Pct.
Driver arrested after returning to scene of deadly hit-and-run in southeast Houston, police say
Read full article: Driver arrested after returning to scene of deadly hit-and-run in southeast Houston, police sayHOUSTON – A driver is in custody after police said he returned to the scene of a deadly hit-and-run in southeast Houston Wednesday. Police said they found the victim, who has been identified as a man in his 50′s, laying along Reed Road near Rockford Drive around 12:23 a.m. Officers said he was pronounced dead at the scene. According to investigators, the driver called a family member when he got home saying he believed he hit someone. Police said he was told to return to the scene, where he was detained. Investigators said charges against the man are pending.
Police search for driver who killed 71-year-old grandmother in Pasadena
Read full article: Police search for driver who killed 71-year-old grandmother in PasadenaHOUSTON – Detectives are urgently searching for a hit and run driver, after a 71-year-old grandmother was killed while walking her dogs. “These are all the dogs she’s ever had,” said Harvey pointing out different pictures and mementos of her past pets. “She’s just a pillar in my life and a pillar in everybody’s lives,” said Harvey. Surveillance footage captured the deadly hit and run at the intersection of Alecia Drive and San Augustine Avenue in Pasadena last Friday. If you know anything about the deadly accident, you’re urged to reach out to the Pasadena Police Department at 713-477-1221.
STUNNING VIDEO: Hit-and-run driver sought after chain-reaction crash on SH-146
Read full article: STUNNING VIDEO: Hit-and-run driver sought after chain-reaction crash on SH-146HOUSTON – Baytown police are searching for a driver responsible for a hit-and-run crash on SH-146 on Nov. 5. The crash, which was caught on video, happened in the 4400 block of North State Highway 146. In the crash, a white truck was traveling northbound on Highway 146 when it struck the rear of a passenger car, which was also traveling northbound. This caused a chain of events that resulted in three other vehicles becoming entangled in the crash. Police said the white truck fled the scene, and now authorities are trying to identify the driver.
Investigation underway after person killed in hit-and-run in SW Houston, police say
Read full article: Investigation underway after person killed in hit-and-run in SW Houston, police sayHOUSTON – Police said they are investigating a deadly hit-and-run in southwest Houston Monday. Officers said they were called to a crash around 2:56 a.m. about a crash in the 5800 block of Westheimer Road. Midwest officers are on a fatality crash at Westheimer and Fountain View. #hounews #houtrafficCC13 — Houston Police (@houstonpolice) October 26, 2020According to Sean Teare from the district attorney’s office, a pedestrian was hit while crossing the crosswalk by someone driving a white Toyota Camry. Police said the driver in the Toyota Camry was trying to beat the light.
Police searching for suspect after deadly hit-and-run in NW Houston, police say
Read full article: Police searching for suspect after deadly hit-and-run in NW Houston, police sayHOUSTON – Police said they are searching for a suspect responsible for a deadly hit-and-run in northwest Houston Wednesday. Officers said the feeder was closed westbound 290 before Dacoma. Investigators said they located various items on the overhead freeway exit ramp just above where the man was found. According to police, it is believed the man might have jumped off the connector ramp and was then struck by a vehicle on the service road. Anyone with information is urged to contact the HPD Hit and Run Unit at 713-247-4072 or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS.
Missouri City teen badly injured avoiding distracted driver
Read full article: Missouri City teen badly injured avoiding distracted driverMISSOURI CITY, Texas – One Missouri City family is thankful their daughter is alive after she was badly injured avoiding a distracted driver, the family said. However, just before 5 p.m., as she crossed Leafwing Trail, she saw a driver speeding right at her side. You expect your own kids to be safe in their own neighborhood,” said Georgia’s parent David Steinke. “The driver had one hand on the wheel and one hand on the phone,” Georgia said. They just kept going,” David Steinke said.
‘I was screaming, crying and begging for help.’ Houston hit-and-run victim speaks from ICU bed
Read full article: ‘I was screaming, crying and begging for help.’ Houston hit-and-run victim speaks from ICU bedHARRIS COUNTY – Detectives are searching for the driver of a Toyota Corolla seen on surveillance footage driving away from a hit-and-run accident in Houston that left a motorcyclist in the ICU. He said he was a block away from his home in north Houston. "I was screaming, crying and begging for help. Or, you know, I don’t know what was going on in his mind,” Pulido said. Pulido supports his family as a welder but does not qualify for official paid sick time off and is also uninsured.
Victim in his late teens killed while on skateboard in hit-and-run, deputies say
Read full article: Victim in his late teens killed while on skateboard in hit-and-run, deputies sayHOUSTON – Deputies said they are investigating a deadly hit-and-run after a young man in his late teens was killed while on a skateboard in northwest Harris County Monday night. According to deputies, the young victim was on a skateboard on West Montgomery Road near Washington Drive when he was hit by a vehicle at around 11:45 p.m.Deputies said the driver took off and the victim died at the scene. Right now, deputies do not have any information on the suspect.
Man fatally struck in hit-and-run incident in north Harris County, deputies say
Read full article: Man fatally struck in hit-and-run incident in north Harris County, deputies sayHOUSTON – An investigation is currently underway after a man was killed in a hit-and-run incident in north Harris County, deputies said. Deputies said the incident happened on the North Freeway at Rankin when the man was struck by a vehicle. Authorities said the vehicle fled the scene. According to deputies, EMS arrived at the scene and transported the victim by ambulance. The man was pronounced dead at the hospital, deputies said.
HCSO: Driver accused of fleeing scene after hitting 9-year-old child on bike
Read full article: HCSO: Driver accused of fleeing scene after hitting 9-year-old child on bikeHOUSTON A nine-year-old child was hit by a vehicle in the Cypress area Saturday night, according to the Harris County Sherrifs Office. The child was riding a bike after 8 p.m. on the 14700 block of Fir Knoll Way. The child suffered minor injuries while the driver is accused of fleeing the scene after the incident. Officials said the suspect is in the process of being charged with felony failure to stop and render aid. The suspects identity will be revealed after charges are filed.
‘I do not forgive them’: Mother of 16-year-old hit-and-run victim demands justice for son
Read full article: ‘I do not forgive them’: Mother of 16-year-old hit-and-run victim demands justice for sonYesterday morning, her 16-year-old son, Christopher Solis was left to die. The bike her son was riding was decimated and the driver just kept going. Maybe God will, but I cannot forgive you for what you did to my son,” said Martinez. Detectives say the Mazda 6 is missing its driver side mirror, front left plastic wheel well and left side bumper cover. Meanwhile, Martinez is coping with the fact she’ll be missing her son for the rest of her life.
Baytown man recovering after hit-and-run in Baytown; Driver sought
Read full article: Baytown man recovering after hit-and-run in Baytown; Driver soughtBAYTOWN, Texas – A Baytown man, who was on his way to his parent’s home, was hit by a truck Saturday morning and left for dead in Baytown. Now, the family of 20-year-old Ray Rios is asking anyone with information on the driver to come forward. ”To leave somebody like that, only a true coward could do that,” said Gina Rios, Ray Rios’ mother. A woman, who witnessed the crash, said a tan four-door truck with two men inside hit Ray Rios. Gina Rios said her son has a broken shoulder, broken ribs and a painful recovery ahead that could take months.
Family of hit-and-run victim hopes driver will come forward
Read full article: Family of hit-and-run victim hopes driver will come forwardHOUSTON – A Houston family is devastated after 26-year-old Ricardo Sepulveda was killed in a hit-and-run crash last week. The family hopes the driver will come forward to the police. “I always told him that he was born with something special from God since he had a beautiful smile since he was little,” his mother Linda Morgan said. Linda Morgan said since Sepulveda was a little boy he has been filled with wonder and adventure. “That was really Ricky... a really, really, really wonderful human being,” Linda Morgan said.
Man accused in deadly December hit-and-run that killed auto shop owner surrenders, officials say
Read full article: Man accused in deadly December hit-and-run that killed auto shop owner surrenders, officials sayHOUSTON – A man wanted in the deadly hit-and-run death of an auto shop owner in December turned himself in to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Monday, more than a month after the wreck. Galindo was crushed and killed under the car and Garcia became pinned between two cars. Galindo’s son, Arturo Jr. said Robicheaux’s surrender gave him closure. My dad is not coming back," Arturo Jr. said. As a condition of his bond, he is not allowed to drive a vehicle and is required to wear a GPS monitoring device.
13-year-old girl finally back home after hit-and-run incident left her severely injured
Read full article: 13-year-old girl finally back home after hit-and-run incident left her severely injuredHOUSTON – A 13-year-old girl is making strides in recovery after a hit-and-run incident left her with extensive injuries to her brain and spine. At the family-owned north Houston barbecue spot, Southern Q BBQ, a fundraiser was held for 13-year-old London Banks, a girl whom the community has grown to love. “She is just such an inspiration to us all by her strength and her courage,” said Steven Garner, co-owner of Southern Q BBQ. London also attended Saturday’s fundraiser at Southern Q BBQ. I’m really proud because I see the fight in my daughter,” Mosley-Banks said.