Houston, TX – Two Sheriffs Injured & One Passenger Killed In Crash On Westpark Drive
Houston, TX (July 22, 2019) – On July 22nd, emergency crews responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident in the area of 13199 Westpark Drive near Synott in Houston.
According to reports, a drunk driver crashed head-on with a transport unit from the Harris County Sheriff’s Office. The two officers inside the vehicle were injured and transported to local hospitals for treatment.
The prisoner who was being transported by the officers sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced deceased at the scene of the incident.
The driver of the second vehicle involved was uninjured and arrested for driving under the influence.
At this time, the collision remains under investigation.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Fatal Drunk Driving Accidents In Texas
On average, more than 10 people lose their lives daily in automobile collisions across Texas. Over half of all motor vehicle accidents across our state occur due to drivers who are impaired while operating their vehicles. Sadly, these victims often leave behind families who are devastated by the loss. When victims are killed in collisions caused by the negligent or reckless acts of other drivers, they should contact a wrongful death attorney in Texas as soon as possible to protect their legal rights. Surviving family members may be able to hold those at-fault accountable for their actions.
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