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Broderick West, Emmanuel Blanco Killed in Accident at Hwy 45 in Houston, TX

Published on: January 10, 2025

Date of Accident
December 19, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Broderick West, Emmanuel Blanco
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

A fatal crash occurred on Interstate Highway 45 in Houston, TX, on December 19, 2024, at approximately 2:33 a.m. A Honda Fit and a Dodge Charger collided head-on when one of the vehicles, allegedly traveling the wrong way on a one-way roadway, struck the other. Police say the Honda Fit was operated by 31-year-old Emmanuel Blanco, while the Dodge Charger was operated by 37-year-old Broderick West. Both drivers suffered fatal injuries. Alleged contributing factors included alcohol impairment and traveling the wrong way. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Honda Fit, Dodge Charger
Vehicles Involved
Dodge Charger, Honda Fit
Road/Highway
Hwy 45
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Honda Fit and a Dodge Charger were involved in a collision

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