Houston – Pedestrian Collision on Almeda Road
Posted on Tuesday, May 7th, 2019 at 7:14 am
A male pedestrian died after getting hit by a vehicle on Almeda Road, early Thursday morning, according to a local news source.
At around 6:00 a.m., police officers responded to an auto versus pedestrian accident at the 8500 block of Almeda Road. Reports said that a man was attempting to cross the road when a northbound black Toyota Camry struck him. The impact of the collision left the victim with serious injuries. He was rushed to Memorial Hermann Hospital by emergency crews. Unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries at a later time.
The driver of the vehicle was not hurt. He is cooperating with the investigation.
Houston Police Department arrived at the scene to determine the circumstances leading up to the collision.
This is a developing story.
With sincerest sympathies, we would like to express our deepest condolences to the families of the deceased. We strongly believe that the Houston Police Department will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
According to statistics, at least one person dies from a car accident every two minutes. Most common causes of Texas car accidents include unsafe lane change, following too closely or tailgating, failing to yield, and speeding.
While on the road, it is important to avoid any form of distractions and be completely aware of our surroundings. We have to be reminded of how our choices while behind the wheel can affect other people’s lives.
