Texas

Lee Simmons Killed in Truck Tire Accident at North Fwy near Spring, TX

Date of Accident
August 4, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Lee Simmons
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

North Fwy, Houston, TX, USA

What Happened

Harris County Sheriff's Office authorities are investigating an incident that led to a fatality at North Fwy near Spring, TX on August 4th, 2022. Investigators say it happened around 4 p.m. and involved wheels detaching from an 18-wheeler under unclear circumstances. The wheels are said to have struck two nearby vehicles and one person involved, identified as Lee Simmons, in the incident suffered fatal injuries at the scene. His 11-year-old son and passenger was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Additional details were not yet available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Harris County Sheriff's Office
Vehicles Involved
18-Wheeler, Passenger Vehicle
Road/Highway
20700 North Fwy
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tires detached from an 18-wheeler and struck two nearby vehicles

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