HOUSTON - The Houston Police Department is reporting the tragic loss of a senior police officer who was killed in a crash on Wednesday.

Officials said HPD Senior Police Officer Alex Roberts was killed while conducting a traffic escort on his motorcycle when he was struck by another vehicle in Anderson County.

Houston police said there is an active investigation underway by the Anderson County Sheriff's Office and the Texas Department of Public Safety.

What they're saying:

"Senior Police Officer Roberts faithfully served the Houston Police Department with honor and dedication. His loss is felt deeply within our department and the community he proudly served," said HPD Police Chief J. Noe Diaz, Jr.

Senior Police Officer Roberts was assigned to the Traffic Enforcement Division, Solo M

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