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Man killed, woman injured in hit-and-run crash near Langham Creek, Harris County deputies say

Deputies said a man and woman were walking when they were both hit by an SUV.

HARRIS COUNTY, Texas — Deputies are investigating a deadly hit-and-run crash near the Georgetown Colony neighborhood early Wednesday, according to the Harris County Sheriff's Office.

A suspect driver has been arrested in connection with the deadly crash. Sheriff Ed Gonzalez identified the driver as Yusdenis Llano, 39. He faces charges of failure to stop and render aid involving death.

The sheriff's office posted to social media about the incident just before 2:30 a.m. It occurred on Addicks Satsuma Road, just north of Langham Creek in northwest Harris County.

Deputies said a man and woman were walking when they were both hit by an SUV. The driver of the SUV fled the scene and did not stop to provide assistance.

The sheriff identified the woman as Keturah Palmer. The male victim she was with has been identified as her boyfriend. His name has not been released.

The male victim was confirmed dead, while Palmer was taken to the hospital with serious injuries, deputies said.

Investigators from HCSO’s Vehicular Crimes Division responded to the scene.

The sheriff said deputies were able to locate the SUV believed to be involved and took Llano into custody.

Here is a map of the area where this happened.

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