Houston police are investigating the fatal crash that occurred at 6400 Westheimer Road about 11:40 p.m. on Tuesday (July 29).
The identity of the deceased male, 25, is pending notification to family members by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant D. Rose and Officer M. Lozano reported:
The driver of a gray Nissan Altima was traveling eastbound on Westheimer when the victim ran southbound across the roadway, not in a crosswalk. The driver of the Altima struck the male pedestrian and immediately stopped and called 9-1-1. Responding Houston Fire Department paramedics pronounced the male pedestrian deceased at the scene.
The driver remained at the scene, did not show signs of intoxication, and was questioned and released.
The investigation is ongoing.