Female Victim in Montrose Hit-and-Run Incident: Vehicle Located Without Driver, Police Report

In a tragic incident, a hit-and-run crash took place on Thursday evening in Houston's Montrose area. The accident occurred in the 900 block of Richmond Avenue near Montrose Boulevard, claiming the life of a 50-year-old woman.

According to the reports, the woman was struck by a vehicle travelling east on Richmond Avenue. The type of vehicle involved in the crash was a blue Mercedes-Benz EQE 350, as described by witnesses at the scene.

The suspect driver, however, fled the scene without helping the victim. The woman was taken to a hospital but later pronounced deceased. As of now, there is no information available about the suspect driver.

In a surprising turn of events, the suspect vehicle was found in a parking lot on South Shepherd Drive. However, the driver was not in the vehicle when it was discovered.

Officials are working diligently to verify the victim's identity and are appealing for any information that could help in identifying the suspect driver. Anyone with information about the suspect can call the Houston Police Hit-and-Run Unit at 713-247-4072, HPD, or Crime Stoppers at 713-222-TIPS (8477). Additionally, anyone with information can also call Crime Stoppers at the same number.

The exact location of the crash and the parking lot where the suspect vehicle was found have been identified. The crash occurred in the 900 block of Richmond Avenue near Montrose Boulevard, while the parking lot where the suspect vehicle was found is on South Shepherd Drive.

As the investigation continues, the community is urged to remain vigilant and to provide any information that could aid in bringing the suspect to justice. The hit-and-run incident serves as a grim reminder of the importance of responsible driving and the need to help those in need during emergencies.