Texas

Edwin Mejia Injured in Accident at Imperial Valley Dr in Houston, TX

Date of Accident
October 23, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Edwin Mejia
Type of Accident
Car accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

Imperial Valley Dr, Houston, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured several people at Imperial Valley Dr in Houston, TX on October 23rd, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 1:10 a.m. According to investigators, a Chevrolet Tahoe operated by 20-year-old Oscar Cruz Jr was headed southbound on Imperial Valley Dr before veering from its land and losing control. The vehicle overturned and hit a tree in a median, causing minor injuries to a 17-year-old female passenger. 18-year-old passenger, Edwin Mejia, was more seriously injured, as was Cruz. Officers also recommended and/or issued an Intoxication Assault charge.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Tahoe
Road/Highway
Imperial Valley Dr
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (2), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Tahoe was involved in a single-vehicle crash

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