A pedestrian walking her dogs in the 3300 block of D'Amico Street just west of Waugh Drive in Houston's Montrose neighborhood was fatally struck by a car Friday evening. Official say an elderly lady was driving the car that hit the pedestrian. Police say it appears the driver came to a halt at a stop sign then stepped on the gas: witnesses who spoke to Channel 11 News said the victim didn't have a chance to get out of the way of the car and the accident happened very suddenly. Witnesses also said the driver, who appeared to be in her 80's was very upset. Neighbors say the victim is in her 50's or 60's and lives in a townhome near the scene of the accident.
Update: Authorities have identified the victim as Lucinda Dixon, 67.
Update: Authorities have identified the victim as Lucinda Dixon, 67.
Without prejudging the facts of this particular tragic incident, if you have an elderly friend or relative who drives, please consider talking to them about their safety on the road. The AARP offers an online seminar about speaking with older drivers on the issue of driver safety.
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| The elderly driver is interviewed by investigating officers |
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| The pedestrian was walking her dogs in the 3300 block of D'Amico Street in Houston's Montrose neighborhood |
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| Accident witnesses said the pedestrian had no chance to avoid the approaching car |
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