Deputy hits, kills man after chase in northeast Harris County

HOUSTON – A high-speed chase in northeast Harris County ended when investigators said a deputy hit and killed a man.

Investigators said they first tried to stop the man for speeding on Beltway 8 North at about 10:15 p.m. Saturday. Authorities say his speed exceeded 90 miles per hour.

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Instead, they said he led them on a chase, reaching speeds of up to 120 miles per hour. The suspect also drove without headlights.

Investigators said he lost control and crashed into some trees.

They said he tried to run away on foot. There were muddy conditions on the ground, and the suspect fell in front of a patrol vehicle. The officer attempted to stop, but the car skidded in the mud and struck the suspect.

The man became lodged under the vehicle and was dragged around 10 feet.

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The deputies performed life-saving measures, but the man was later pronounced dead at the hospital.

Authorities are still working to determine why the man evaded authorities in the first place.