Eric Rye Killed in Hit-and-Run on Fountain View Drive at Inwood Drive [Houston, TX]

Eric Rye Identified in Fatal Houston Hit-and-Run on Fountain View Drive

HOUSTON, TX (August 23, 2023) – Officers identified 35-year-old Eric Rye who died in a hit-and-run accident on Fountain View Drive on August 6.

According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the collision happened at Inwood Drive around 12:30 AM. Based on a report, Rye was delivering for DoorDash at the time of the incident.

Due to unknown circumstances, a vehicle hit him and left the scene. He then managed to get himself to someone’s door along that street to ask for help, but the owners of the house heard a loud noise which was the sound of him collapsing on the ground.

When the owners opened the door, they saw Rye and called 911.

Police said Rye suffered grave injuries and died at the hospital.

As of now, the case remains under investigation. In addition, no other details are available.

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