Fatal Traffic Accident at 1200 South Gessner

June 1, 2010 - Houston police are investigating a fatal traffic accident at 1200 South Gessner about 4:10 a.m. on Sunday (May 30).

The identity of the male victim, 31, is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.

HPD Vehicular Crimes Division Sergeant J.K. Richard and Officer L.B. Ho reported:

The victim was driving a beige Nissan Maxima south on South Gessner at a high rate of speed when he lost control of the vehicle and struck a tree in the center median. The impact sheared the vehicle in half. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene.

JFC/VHS 6-1-10
Inc # 077920110

For additional information, please contact the HPD Public Affairs Division at 713-308-3200.

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