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Man in wheelchair killed in crosswalk; Houston police searching for hit-and-run driver
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Christian Hudspeth , as published by KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· August 8, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A man, approximately 71 years old, was struck by a vehicle while crossing.
A fatal incident occurred Friday night in the area of Westover Drive and Telephone Road. A man, approximately 71 years old, was struck by a vehicle while crossing. He was taken to a hospital but did not survive.
The incident is being investigated as a hit-and-run. A small white sedan was involved, traveling southbound at the time of the incident. The driver did not stop to assist.
Further details about the incident are available from Houston police, who are searching for the driver responsible. The investigation is ongoing, with police seeking information about the suspect vehicle.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 8, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
Reading time: 1 min
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