Motorcyclist Killed in Crash with Vehicle at Harwin Drive and Fondren Road in Houston
Man Killed in Houston Motorcycle Accident at Harwin Drive and Fondren Road
Houston, Texas (June 1, 2022) – A motorcyclist died in a collision with a vehicle late Tuesday night in west Houston, police said.
The incident occurred at about 11:40 p.m. on May 31 at the intersection of Harwin Drive and Fondren Road.
According to Witnesses, the motorcyclist was speeding on Fondren Road when he failed to stop for a stop sign at the intersection and struck an SUV that was traveling on Harwin Drive.
The motorcycle rider was thrown from the bike upon the impact.
An off-duty HPD officer, who was in the area, attempted to render aid to the motorcyclist. Sadly, the man did not survive his injuries and died at the scene.
The name of the deceased victim has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
Further details regarding the crash were not immediately provided.
An investigation into the accident is underway.
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