A Houston man walking along the North Freeway in the early morning hours was struck and killed in a violent hit-and-run that involved multiple vehicles, according to investigators. The victim has been identified as Rudy Thomas Jackson, and authorities say the drivers took off instead of stopping to help.
#HitAndRun #Houston Rudy Thomas Jackson lost his life in a tragic hit-and-run on the North Fwy. The driver(s) fled the scene. @houstonpolice If you know anything, call 713-222-TIPS (8477). You can remain anonymous. Cash reward possible. #hounews #tipline #seesomethingsaysomething
— Crime Stoppers HOU (@crimestophou) April 10, 2026
What investigators say
In a press release from Crime Stoppers of Houston, the Houston Police Department’s Vehicular Crimes Division reports that the fatal crash happened around 6:00 a.m. on March 18 in the 4700 block of the North Freeway. Investigators say Jackson was first hit by an unknown vehicle, then struck a second time by another vehicle that also kept going. The case is listed…..