Texas

Machello Desouza Injured in Accident at I-35W and Basswood Blvd in Fort Worth, TX

Published on: February 19, 2025

Date of Accident
February 5, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

What Happened

Authorities in Fort Worth, TX, are investigating a crash that occurred on February 5, 2025, at approximately 11:05 p.m. at the intersection of Interstate 35W and Basswood Boulevard. According to investigators, a Hyundai Santa Fe was traveling east when it disregarded a traffic signal and collided at an angle with a Lexus RC traveling north. The crash resulted in a suspected serious injuries to the 25-year-old driver of the Lexus, identified as Machello Desouza. The 27-year-old driver of the Hyundai Santa Fe was uninjured and arrested for intoxication assault. The incident was associated with alcohol impairment and failure to obey a stop-and-go signal.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Fort Worth Police
Vehicles Involved
Hyundai Santa Fe, Lexus RC
Road/Highway
I-35W and Basswood Blvd
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Hyundai Santa Fe and a Lexus RC were involved in a collision

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