12-Year-Old Hospitalized After The Woodlands Two-Vehicle Crash on North Freeway

The Woodlands, Texas (December 27, 2020) – A 12-year-old was injured early Sunday morning in a wrong-way crash in The Woodlands, according to troopers.

The crash happened around 12:45 a.m., on the North Freeway near the Research/Lake Woodlands exit.

Troopers said a Ford Taurus was traveling southbound in the northbound lane of the freeway when it crashed into a minivan.

It took firefighters about 45 minutes to extricate a man, a woman, and the 12-year-old from the minivan.

The child was taken to the hospital for treatment.

The conditions of the other two victims were not disclosed.

The Ford driver was taken to the hospital in stable condition. 

The DPS is investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons for driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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