Overview
- The crash, which was reported around 5 p.m. Saturday, left a pedestrian dead after being struck on SH-87 in the 2100 block in Crystal Beach.
- Authorities later identified the victim as 69-year-old Paul Brabazon, who was crossing the road carrying plates of food when he was hit.
- The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with deputies, and first responders pronounced the pedestrian deceased.
- Galveston County Sheriff's Office closed SH-87 between Gulf Shores Drive and Alberdie Drive while its crash team and crime-scene unit processed the scene and gave no reopening estimate.
- Detectives are seeking surveillance footage from the area as the investigation continues and officials say they will release further details when available.