Homeless Man Killed in West Houston Pedestrian Accident on Katy Freeway at Silber Overpass; 17-Year-Old Arrested

Houston, Texas – A homeless man was fatally hit by an intoxicated driver Friday evening in West Houston, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened around 11:30 p.m., December 15, under the bridge on the Katy Freeway at Silber overpass.

Police said a 17-year-old was driving a Mercedes SUV when he lost control of the car, went up onto the curb under the bridge and ran over the man who was sleeping under the bridge.

The man was killed in the crash. His name has not been released.

When the SUV came to a stop, the teenager tried to run, but a Jack in the Box employee ran across the feeder road, caught him and held him until police arrived.

The police are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

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