Texas

Michelle Norton Killed in Accident at I-45 in Houston, TX

Date of Accident
October 3, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Michelle Norton
Type of Accident
Auto-Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-45, Ennis, TX, USA

What Happened

Houston Police have identified the pedestrian killed in a collision at I-45 in Houston, TX on October 3rd, 2021. Officials are saying it happened around 8:14 p.m. A Chevrolet Avalanche operated by a 35-year-old Galveston man was headed southbound on I-45 when a pedestrian headed west to east is said to vehicle failed to yield and crossed into the path of the vehicle. The Chevrolet reportedly stopped at the scene and waited for paramedics and police to arrive. The pedestrian, identified as 47-year-old Michelle Danette Norton was transported to an area hospital with injuries she died from.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Avalanche
Road/Highway
I-45
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Avalanche collided with a pedestrian that failed to yield right of way

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