1 dead after being hit by suspect’s vehicle, authorities say

HOUSTON – Houston police are searching for a suspect in the South Side area who was involved in a brief chase and allegedly struck a woman, killing her.

According to the initial investigation, officers began pursuing a possible wanted fugitive around 8:25 p.m. on Scott Street and South Loop.

At some point during the chase, Houston police reported the suspect struck a woman in the 3400 block of Rebecca Street. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

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Authorities say a vehicle was found in a ditch in the area, but it’s unclear if it was the suspect’s vehicle.

Houston police are still searching for the suspect.

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