Three People Hospitalized after Chandler Crash on Sawmill Road near Highway 31

Chandler, Texas (January 7, 2023) – Three people were hospitalized after a multi-vehicle crash involving an 18-wheeler in Chandler on Friday morning, according to police.

The crash happened at about 6:10 a.m. Friday, January 6, on Sawmill Road near Highway 31.

Police said a car was traveling southbound on Sawmill Road across Highway 31 when the driver allegedly ran a red light and was struck by an 18-wheeler that was heading eastbound on the highway.

After the impact, both vehicles veered off the road and entered the parking lot of city hall, where it hit three other unoccupied cars in the parking lot. The 18-wheeler then crashed into the side of the building that houses the economic development corporation.

The driver of the 18-wheeler and two occupants of the other car were transported to a hospital with unspecified injuries.

No further details were provided.

The crash remains under investigation.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

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