Bicyclist Killed, Jacqueline Cruz Arrested after Crash at Griggs and Telephone Roads in Houston
Man Dies in Hospital, Jacqueline Cruz Arrested after Houston Bicycle Accident at Griggs and Telephone Roads
Bicyclist Killed, Jacqueline Cruz Arrested after Crash at Griggs and Telephone Roads in Houston
Houston, Texas (April 30, 2018) – The bicyclist who was hospitalized after being struck by a vehicle on Wednesday night in southeast Houston has succumbed to his injuries, according to the Houston Police Department.
The crash took place in the 6300 block of Griggs Road at Telephone Road around 8:49 p.m. Wednesday, April 25.
Police said a 63-year-old man was riding a bike southbound on Buford Road when he failed to yield and was struck by a silver Nissan Altima, driven westbound on Griggs Road by Jacqueline Cruz.
The unidentified victim was taken to Ben Taub Hospital in critical condition and was pronounced deceased on Sunday, April 29.
Police interviewed Cruz, who remained at the scene after the incident. She was then arrested and charged after being found to be under the influence of an intoxicating substance.
The Houston Police Department is conducting an investigation into the crash.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
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