Man Killed in Harris County Hit-and-Run Accident on W Greens Road near Veterans Memorial

Harris County, Texas (June 8, 2022) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a hit-and-run driver Wednesday morning in northwest Harris County, according to authorities.

The fatal pedestrian crash happened just before 8:15 a.m. in the 3200 block of W. Greens Road near Veterans Memorial.

Authorities said the man was hit by a vehicle whose driver fled the scene.

The man was taken to a hospital, where he was declared deceased. His name has not been released pending family notification.

There was no description of the suspect or vehicle.

Police are still searching for the hit-and-run motorist.

Anyone with information on the suspect’s whereabouts is urged to contact the sheriff’s office.

The accident remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

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