Texas

Driver Injured in Accident at US 290 and North Loop in Houston, TX

Published on: June 16, 2023

Date of Accident
June 16, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

U.S. 290, North Loop, Houston, TX, USA

What Happened

Houston Police are investigating a crash that killed a person at US 290 and North Loop in Houston, TX on June 16th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 1:38 a.m. According to investigators, a passenger vehicle is alleged to have been traveling the wrong direction before coming to a stop on a connection ramp. Once stopped, the vehicle was struck by an 18-wheeler, the impact pushing the vehicle off the on ramp and down to the roadway below. A woman occupying the wrong-way vehicle was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Houston Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Vehicle, Semi-Truck
Road/Highway
US 290 and North Loop
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Wrong way vehicle was struck by an 18-wheeler

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