Texas

Three People Injured in Accident at Shepherd Ln and Summer Hill Dr in Balch Springs, TX

Date of Accident
January 10, 2022
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Shepherd Ln & Summer Hill Dr, Balch Springs, TX, USA

What Happened

Texas Department of Public Safety officials are investigating a crash that injured three people at Shepherd Ln and Summer Hill Dr in Balch Springs, TX on January 10th, 2022. Police say the incident happened around 9:47 p.m. According to investigators, a Nissan Murano operated by a 35-year-old Dallas woman reportedly veered from the road into a ditch. Officers say the woman allegedly stated the vehicle was hit by another vehicle causing it to veer from the road but noted there did not appear to be damage to the vehicle to corroborate this version of events. A 5-year-old boy in the vehicle was seriously injured while an infant and the driver both suffered minor injuries. Records indicate a Driving While Intoxicated charge was recommended and/or issued.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Nissan Murano
Road/Highway
Shepherd Ln and Summer Hill Dr
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries (1), minor injuries (2)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Nissan Murano veered from the road into a ditch

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