On the night of August 28, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., a fatal auto-pedestrian accident occurred on the northbound feeder road of Highway 59 at Little York in Houston. Emergency services, including Harris County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO) deputies and EMS, responded to the scene after reports of a woman being struck by a minivan.
Upon arrival, first responders found the female victim unconscious, with CPR already in progress. An off-duty Houston Police Department (HPD) officer, who happened to come across the crash, took over life-saving efforts until paramedics arrived. Sadly, despite their best attempts, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to preliminary reports, the victim was jaywalking in a poorly lit area when the collision occurred. The driver of the minivan remained at the scene and attempted to provide aid to the victim. Authorities confirmed that the driver is fully cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the dangers pedestrians face, especially when crossing roads outside of designated areas.