Texas

Yeriel Rodriguez Mercado Killed in Accident at US Hwy 290 in Houston, TX

Published on: September 4, 2024

Date of Accident
August 31, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Yeriel Rodriguez Mercado
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Hwy 290 & Hwy 6, Farm to Market 1960 Road West, Houston, TX, U.S.

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a motorcyclist at US Hwy 290 in Houston, TX on August 31st, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 11 p.m. According to investigators, a motorcycle was allegedly headed westbound at or above highway speeds before colliding with a Nissan Murano. Reports say the motorcyclist, identified as 19-year-old Yeriel Rodriguez Mercado, was ejected from the vehicle and struck by a Jeep. The suspected Jeep is alleged to have fled the scene, without stopping to render aid. Mercado was fatally injured in the incident, reports say. Additional details were not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Houston Police
Vehicles Involved
Kawasaki Motorcycle, Nissan Murano
Road/Highway
US Hwy 290
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Motorcycle collided with a Nissan Murano

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