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Houston Man Charged with DWI in Fatal Crosstimbers Street Collision That Claimed Young Pedestrian's Life

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Published on October 17, 2025
Houston Man Charged with DWI in Fatal Crosstimbers Street Collision That Claimed Young Pedestrian's LifeSource: City of Houston

A tragic traffic incident in Houston has resulted in the death of a 22-year-old man who was injured in a collision on October 4 at the intersection of 500 Crosstimbers Street. The victim, who was in the crosswalk, was struck by a gray Toyota Corolla driven by 54-year-old Roosevelt Anthony Ervin and later hit a nearby building, according to the City of Houston.

Houston police confirmed that the young man died on Wednesday from injuries sustained in the crash. Paramedics transported him to a local hospital, but despite medical efforts, he did not survive, as reported by the City of Houston.

Roosevelt Anthony Ervin was arrested at the scene of a collision on suspicion of driving while intoxicated, his second offense. He is facing charges in Harris County Criminal Court #12. His booking photo has been released, and more information is available using reference Inc. #129860725-K, as stated by the City of Houston.