Westheimer crash: 2 injured in Houston crash at end of chase; bicyclist killed in nearby crash

HOUSTON - Two people were taken to the hospital after a crash at the end of a chase, and a bicyclist was killed in a separate crash nearby, authorities say.

The Harris County Precinct 1 Constable’s Office is investigating the crash at the end of the chase, and the Houston Police Department is investigating the bike crash.

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According to the constable’s office, the incident began Tuesday morning when a truck owner reported that his tailgate was stolen. The tailgate had a tracker, and officials say constable deputies were able to track it to an apartment complex on Gulf Bank.

The constable’s office says the suspect took off, and a pursuit began – lasting about 30 minutes.

The chase eventually reached the 7500 block of Westheimer Road, where the crash occurred.

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The constable’s office says an innocent driver was making a left turn when he was hit by the suspect. The suspect and the other driver were taken to the hospital.

The Houston Police Department at the scene of a deadly bike crash.

A bit further east down Westheimer Road, the constable’s office says a person on a bicycle was struck and killed by another motorist. It’s unclear at this time how or if it was related to the chase.

The investigation into both incidents continues.