One mechanic is dead and another mechanic was critically injured Tuesday after they were crushed by a car at an auto yard in north Harris County.
The Harris County Sheriff's Office said a driver who moves cars to and from the yard in the 300 block if W. Canino Road appeared to have accidentally struck the car on jacks while the mechanics were working on the car.
The car fell on top of one of the mechanics, killing him. The other mechanic was pinned in between the cars. He suffered leg injuries.
Deputies said the driver that caused the crash got into another vehicle and drove away. They are currently searching for the driver only described as a middle age man who goes by the name "Tank."
If you have any information that can help police, please call Crime Stoppers at 713-222-8477.
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