A woman was parked in a 1990-1995 red Chevrolet Suburban, and an older woman was behind the vehicle in the back right corner.
According to the Harris County Sheriff’s Office, the driver of the Suburban backed up and hit the pedestrian, then fled the scene. The suspect was later seen heading northbound on Fairmont Drive.
The victim was taken to a local hospital in critical condition. She later died from her injuries.
Later in the day, deputies found the Suburban and it was unoccupied. The vehicle was towed.
The sheriff’s office is still investigating this case.
@HCSOTexas deputies responded to a crash at the 17600 blk of Meadowbrook Drive. An adult female pedestrian was struck by a red suv that fled the scene. The female was pronounced deceased at a hospital. Both lanes of Meadowbrook Drive are shut down. #HouNewspic.twitter.com/a2CZFZzUjc
Cynthia Miranda graduated from UT Austin and is a proud Houstonian. She is passionate about covering breaking news and community stories. Cynthia previously covered elections, the historic 2021 Texas winter storm, and other news in East Texas. In addition to writing, she also loves going to concerts, watching movies, and cooking with her family.