Texas

Amanda Thomas Injured in Accident at I-10 in Houston, TX

Date of Accident
December 5, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Amanda Thomas
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

I-10, Houston, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured a driver at I-10 in Houston, TX on December 5th, 2021. Police are saying the incident happened around 5:08 a.m. A Lincoln MKC operated by 33-year-old Amanda Thomas was headed eastbound on the freeway when investigators say it performed an unsafe lane change and collided with a tractor-trailer operated by a 21-year-old Laredo man. Thomas, who police allege was under the influence of alcohol, suffered serious injuries in the crash. The truck driver and his passenger were uninjured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Lincoln MKC, Tractor-trailer
Road/Highway
I-10
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Lincoln MKC changed lanes when unsafe and collided with a Tractor-trailer

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