Tragedy struck in far northeast Houston on Monday morning when a teenager was hit by a car while attempting to run across FM 1960. The incident, which occurred near East Lake Houston Parkway just before 7 a.m., resulted in the death of the young victim.
According to Houston police, the teen ran into the turning lane in front of oncoming traffic, forcing the driver of a black BMW to swerve in an attempt to avoid hitting him. Despite the driver’s efforts, it was too late to prevent the collision.
Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and transported the injured teenager to a nearby hospital. Sadly, despite their best efforts, the teen succumbed to his injuries. As of now, the victim’s identity has not been disclosed.
The driver of the BMW remained at the scene following the accident and cooperated with authorities. Police have stated that the driver is not currently facing any charges in connection with the incident.
This tragic event serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of attempting to cross busy roadways, especially during peak traffic hours. It is crucial for pedestrians to exercise caution and obey traffic laws to avoid such devastating accidents.
Our thoughts and condolences go out to the family and loved ones of the young victim during this difficult time. May his memory be a blessing.