Texas

Two Injured in Accident at State Hwy 48 in Brownsville, TX

Date of Accident
August 21, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck, Mitsubishi Mirage
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 48, Brownsville, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that injured two people at State Hwy 48 in Brownsville, TX on August 21st, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 4:02 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer operated by a 27-year-old Mexico resident was westbound on Padre Island Highway. Officials say the truck allegedly performed an unsafe lane change, striking the side of a Mitsubishi Mirage operated by a 33-year-old Brownsville woman. Officials say the woman suffered serious injuries in the crash while a 53-year-old passenger had less serious injuries. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Truck, Mitsubishi Mirage
Road/Highway
State Hwy 48
Injuries Sustained

Serious injures (1), minor injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial Truck and a Mitsubishi Mirage were involved in a crash

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