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Person killed in southeast Houston hit-and-run where pickup truck ended up on top of car, according to HPD

Person killed in southeast Houston hit-and-run where pickup truck ended up on top of car, according to HPD

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Key Facts

Location

southeast Houston

Date & Time

Saturday, January 17, 2026

Vehicles Involved

pickup truck (FedEx)

Fatalities

1

Responding Agencies

HPD

News Sources

1 source

These details are from publicly available news coverage and may not include every fact in the official police report.

Full Incident Report

In a tragic hit-and-run incident in southeast Houston, a person was killed when a FedEx pickup truck ended up on top of a car. The article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.

HOUSTON, TX - January 17, 2026

A person was killed in a hit-and-run crash involving a FedEx pickup truck in southeast Houston, according to the Houston Police Department (HPD). The incident occurred on Saturday, though the exact time and location have not been specified. The crash resulted in the pickup truck ending up on top of another vehicle, leading to a fatality.

Key Facts

  • Crash date & time: January 17, 2026, exact time not specified
  • Location: Southeast Houston
  • Type of crash: Hit-and-run
  • Vehicles involved: FedEx pickup truck
  • Fatalities: 1 person deceased
  • Responding agencies: Houston Police Department (HPD)
  • Source(s): ABC13 Houston

Crash Overview

The fatal hit-and-run crash occurred in southeast Houston on January 17, 2026. A FedEx pickup truck was involved in the incident, which resulted in the truck ending up on top of another car. The exact sequence of events leading to the crash has not been detailed in reports.

The Houston Police Department responded to the scene. The crash resulted in the death of one individual, whose identity has not been disclosed. Details regarding any road closures or the current status of the investigation have not been released.

News Coverage (1 Source)

ABC13 HoustonJan 17, 2026

Person killed in southeast Houston hit-and-run where pickup truck ended up on top of car, according to HPD

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If You Were Involved

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2

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3

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4

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5

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Disclaimer: This information is compiled from publicly available news sources and may be incomplete or updated as investigations continue. For official records, contact the law-enforcement agency that handled the crash.

Last updated: January 17, 2026 at 10:01 PM

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