Fatal Crash in Mid West Houston: 23-Year-Old Driver Pronounced Dead at Scene

Houston Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred at 8710 Richmond Avenue in Mid West Houston around 6:55 a.m. on Monday, January 1.
The deceased, a 23-year-old male driving a white Kia Forte, struck a curb, went onto the sidewalk, and collided with a tree and a sign pole. The impact led to the male being ejected from the vehicle. Paramedics pronounced him deceased at the scene.
The identity of the deceased is pending verification by the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
No other individuals or vehicles were involved in the incident, and the investigation is ongoing.