Ronald Cedric Harris III dies in fatal Houston car crash
Fatal Houston car crash death of Ronald Cedric Harris III
Houston authorities confirmed a tragic incident early Sunday morning claimed the life of a 23-year-old man. The fatal accident occurred on Almeda Road and is being investigated as a possible case of driving under the influence. Police cited the driver’s disregard for a traffic signal as a contributing factor to the multi-vehicle collision.
The scene unfolded at approximately 1:30 a.m., resulting in a devastating crash involving four separate automobiles. Inside one of the vehicles, a white Buick, were Ronald Cedric Harris III, known by the nickname Tre, his 24-year-old friend Davion Perry, and a 21-year-old female passenger. Tragically, all three occupants suffered fatal injuries directly from the collision.
The family is actively collecting donations through a GoFundMe page, having surpassed the three thousand dollar mark thus far. The sister of Tre has pledged that any funds not allocated for funeral expenses will be directed towards an organization dedicated to preventing impaired driving incidents.
Joni Velasquez, the mother of Ronald Cedric Harris III, expressed profound grief over the sudden loss. She described the circumstances of the accident, stating her son was with close companions just half a block from their residence when the tragedy unfolded. Velasquez characterized the actions of the intoxicated driver from a nearby establishment, suggesting the driver exceeded legal speed limits significantly, potentially well over one hundred miles per hour, without proper illumination.
The bereaved mother made a powerful promise to honor her son’s memory, vowing to seek justice regardless of the personal cost. She declared her intention to bring his body home for a final farewell and committed to raising awareness about the dangers of driving under the influence. In a display of resilience, Velasquez extended an invitation for others to utilize her services, suggesting ridesharing or direct transportation to prevent similar tragedies affecting other families.
