Woman, Child Killed in Houston Two-Vehicle Crash on Eastex Freeway near North Loop

Houston, Texas (July 18, 2021) – A woman and a child were killed early Sunday morning in a wrong-way crash that left four other people injured in Houston, according to the police.

The deadly crash happened around 3:00 a.m., on the Eastex Freeway near the North Loop.

Police said a woman was driving the wrong way on the freeway when she crashed head-on into another vehicle.

The woman’s car caught fire after the crash. 

The woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Her name has not been released.

The five people in the other vehicle, two adults and three children, were taken to the hospital, where one of them, a 2-year-old, later died.

The other victims were listed in serious conditions.

Officers said intoxication might have been a factor in the crash.

No further details were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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