Texas

Sarah Duran Injured in Accident at I-610 and Westpark Dr in Bellaire, TX

Published on: August 16, 2021

Date of Accident
July 7, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Sarah Duran
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-610, Houston, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured a person at I-610 and Westpark Dr in Bellaire, TX on July 7th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 11:05 a.m. A ladder had fallen out of a truck into the road, prompting the vehicle to stop. The driver was retrieving the ladder when a vehicle operated by Sarah Duran was struck when the truck attempted to brake, causing Duran minor injuries. The truck drive, a 71-year-old Houston man, was not injured and was cited for Failure to Maintain Financial Responsibility.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Freightliner Tractor-Trailer, Ford F-250
Road/Highway
I-610 and Westpark Dr
Injuries Sustained

Minor injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer collided with another vehicle while attempting to brake after another vehicle stopped due to cargo falling into the road

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