A heartbreaking event occurred in the Alief district on Monday afternoon when a vehicle fatally struck an 8-year-old girl. The incident happened around 3:45 p.m. on Concourse Drive, located to the east of the Sam Houston Tollway and north of Bissonnet Street.
Local authorities reported that the young girl had just alighted from her school bus and was crossing the street when the accident happened. Investigators pointed out that the girl was not utilizing a crosswalk at the time of the incident.
Immediately after the accident, the girl was rushed to a nearby hospital. Despite the medical team’s best efforts, she was declared dead upon arrival. The identity of the girl and the school she attended have not been disclosed by the authorities yet.
The Houston Police Department confirmed that the driver involved in the accident stayed at the scene. Initial investigations indicate that the driver was neither under the influence nor speeding at the time of the accident. After being interrogated by the police, the driver was allowed to leave the scene.
The incident has triggered a comprehensive investigation as authorities strive to determine the exact circumstances that led to this tragic event. The Houston Police Department is encouraging anyone with information about the incident to step forward.
This tragic event serves as a grim reminder of the importance of road safety, especially in areas where school buses are in operation. It highlights the need for drivers to be cautious and for children to understand the importance of using crosswalks.