Two Killed in Harris County Two-Vehicle Crash on Highway 249 near Beltway 8

Harris County, Texas (December 16, 2021) – Two people were killed on Wednesday in a rollover crash in northwest Harris County, according to the deputies.

The fatal crash happened just after 12:00 p.m., December 15, in the 15400 block of Highway 249, near the North Sam Houston Parkway West ramp.

Deputies said two vehicles collided, for unknown reasons, on the highway.

One of the vehicles rolled over after the crash.

One person was airlifted to the hospital, where they later died.

Deputies said after the initial crash, the driver of one of the vehicles got out and jumped over the nearby overpass. That person was pronounced dead at the scene.

No other details were provided.

An investigation is underway.

We pass our condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of 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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