Man killed in north Houston hit-and-run; $5,000 offer for information on driver
HOUSTON - Crime Stoppers and Houston Police are seeking information regarding a hit-and-run that killed a man in March.
Houston hit-and-run: Egypt Street
What we know:
The incident happened on March 11, 2025, in the 1400 block of Egypt Street.
At 1 p.m., police say Everett Jerome Smith was struck by a vehicle while he was walking. The driver allegedly fled the scene without helping Smith, and he later died from his injuries.
Family searching for justice after loved one was killed
*NOTE: This video was uploaded on March 26* The family of a hit and run victim on the North side is speaking with FOX 26. It's been over two weeks since the incident, and they did some police work of their own to find who is responsible.
What they're saying:
Smith's family spoke with FOX 26 reporter Sherman Desselle about two weeks after the incident happened.
The victim’s daughter told FOX 26 that the family had found surveillance footage showing what appears to be a red, late-model GMC Yukon speeding away from the scene around the time of the crash.
According to the Houston Police Department’s Vehicular Crimes Division, initial reports suggested a red Cadillac Escalade was seen accelerating from the area at the time of the crash.
What we don't know:
There is no description regarding any suspects.
Houston police investigate fatal hit-and-run, victim’s family finds new evidence
The family of Everett Smith, the victim in the March 11 hit-and-run case, tells FOX 26 they have obtained video and images of a truck speeding away from the scene at the time of the incident.
Information wanted
What you can do:
Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information leading to the location and arrest of the suspects featured.
Information may be reported by calling 713-222-TIPS (8477), submitted online at www.crime-stoppers.org or through the Crime Stoppers mobile app.
All tipsters remain anonymous. Only tips and calls directly to Crime Stoppers are anonymous and eligible for a cash reward.
The Source: Crime Stoppers of Houston and previous FOX 26 reporting.