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Pedestrian Killed in Harris County Hit-and-Run on Old Washington Road; Investigators Searching for Late-1990s Dodge Ram
By Scott Engle at Montgomery County Police Reporter
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
Crime Stoppers and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Vehicular Crimes Division need the public’s assistance identifying the suspect(s) responsible for a Hit-and-Run – Failure to Stop and Render Aid – Fatality. On or about the late evening of Friday, May 23, 2025, or the early morning hours of Sa...
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The hit-and-run fatality on Old Washington Road raises concerns about pedestrian safety in rural areas of Montgomery County, where sidewalks and streetlights can be scarce. As the Harris County Sheriff's Office investigates this incident, which occurred just outside Magnolia 's boundaries, local residents are reminded of the need for vigilance when walking or driving on roads with limited infrastructure. The fact that the suspect's vehicle is believed to be a late-1990s Dodge Ram suggests that the perpetrator may be a local resident, familiar with the area's roads and potentially still living in the community. With Crime Stoppers seeking tips from the public, Magnolia residents are encouraged to come forward with any information that may aid in the identification and apprehension of the suspect, bringing closure to the family of Jerald Wayne Skaines and reinforcing the importance of accountability on local roads.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: Montgomery County Police Reporter ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Crime Stoppers and the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Vehicular Crimes Division need the public’s assistance identifying the suspect(s) responsible for a Hit-and-Run – Failure to Stop and Render Aid – Fatality. On or about the late evening of Friday, May 23, 2025, or the early morning hours of Sa...
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