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Woman fatally run over by coworker she was dating after argument in southwest Houston, police say
By Michael Horton, Brittany Taylor at KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
A woman was killed after she was intentionally run over by a moving truck following an argument with a coworker Thursday afternoon in southwest Houston, according to the Houston Police Department.The incident happened around 3:30 p.m. in the 2400 block of South Gessner Road.According to HPD Lt. C...
Key takeaway in the 2400 block of South Gessner Road.
Why this matters in The Bellaire
The fatal incident on South Gessner Road raises concerns about workplace safety and the potential for violent conflicts to escalate in the community. As the investigation continues, residents of southwest Houston may be wondering how such a tragic event could occur in their neighborhood. The fact that the suspect was able to flee the scene and later be apprehended by police suggests that law enforcement response times and coordination were effective in this case. However, the underlying issues that led to the argument and subsequent violence may be more complex and require a closer look at the moving company's policies and procedures for managing employee conflicts. The community will be watching to see how the Houston Police Department and the district attorney's office handle the case and what measures may be taken to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local ·
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