Man Killed in Harris County Bicycle Accident on West Mount Houston Road

Harris County, Texas (December 10, 2020) – A bicyclist was fatally hit by a car Wednesday night in north Harris County, according to deputies.

The deadly accident happened on December 9, in the 1300 block of West Mount Houston Road.

Deputies said the man was riding his bicycle across a 7-lane highway when he was struck by a car.

The man was taken to the hospital, where he later died. His name has not been released.

The car driver remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators.

The Harris County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating the crash.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

With the surge in popularity of alternate transportation to save on fuel costs, bicycling has emerged as a new form of mobility forced to compete with motorized traffic in dangerous situations. This has resulted in many more accidents between human-powered vehicles and powerful engine-driven machines, producing tragic injuries as well as countless fatalities.

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If you have lost someone in a bicycle accident, you should consult with our attorneys who have a history of success in wrongful death claims. To speak with a wrongful death attorney, please  Click to call: 281-943-5555.