Texas

Lya Rhiann Smither Injured in Accident at Homestead Rd and Bennington St in Houston, TX

Date of Accident
April 20, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Lya Rhiann Smither
Type of Accident
Commercial Turck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Homestead Rd & Bennington St, Houston, TX, USA

What Happened

Houston Police are investigating a crash that injured a woman at Homestead Rd and Bennington St in Houston, TX on April 20th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 1:48 a.m. According to investigators, a passenger vehicle was involved in a collision with an 18-wheeler that occurred under unclear circumstances. They allege the 18-wheeler may have been in the process of making u-turn before the other vehicle collided with the rear tires of the truck. Officers were not able to say which vehicle may have been at-fault. A woman occupying the passenger vehicle, identified as 24-year-old Lya Rhiann Smither, was seriously injured and hospitalized for treatment.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Houston Police
Vehicles Involved
18-Wheeler
Road/Highway
Homestead Rd and Bennington St
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Passenger vehicle collided with an 18-wheeler

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