Juan Orellana Killed in Houston Pedestrian Accident on Beechnut Street

Houston, Texas (April 6, 2021) – The man who was killed in February in a hit-and-run crash in Houston has been identified as Juan Orellana, according to police.

The deadly accident happened around 6:50 p.m., on February 12, in the 9900 block of Beechnut Street.

Police said Orellana was walking across the street when he was struck by an eastbound gray, or possibly silver, four-door pickup truck.

The vehicle fled the scene after the accident.

Orellana was taken to the hospital, where he later died.

The authorities are looking for the hit-and-run driver. Crime Stoppers is offering up to $5,000 for information that will lead to the identification, charging, and/or arrest of the suspect.

An investigation is underway. Anyone with any information about the accident is asked to call 713-222-TIPS (8477) or submit online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app. 

Only tips and calls DIRECTLY TO Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.

When an unsuspecting pedestrian falls victim to an accident caused by a motor vehicle, injuries can be life-threatening, if not fatal. Medical, financial, physical and psychological repercussions can derail one’s entire life as well as that of one’s family. It is vital to your wrongful death case that an experienced and successful accident/injury attorney be consulted. 

At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, our experienced lawyers will help you with your case.

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