HCSO Deputy Hospitalized After Houston Two-Vehicle Crash on North Loop

Houston, Texas (July 24, 2020) – A Harris County Sheriff’s deputy was injured Thursday night in a rear-end collision in Houston, according to officials.

The crash occurred on July 23, on the North Loop, near Ella.

Officials said the deputy, who is part of the Harris County Sheriff’s Office Motorist Assistance Program, was controlling traffic for an accident on the freeway when a speeding driver rear-ended the deputy’s patrol truck.

The deputy was taken to the hospital as a precaution.

The other driver was suspected to be intoxicated, and he refused to cooperate with investigators. He was detained at the scene.

An investigation is underway.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

In Texas, a driver is legally intoxicated after consuming alcohol if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08% or higher. A driver is also considered intoxicated if they don’t have the normal use of their mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol. Alcohol, however, is not the only intoxicant, as drivers can become intoxicated by ingesting prescription and illegal drugs such as crack, marijuana, and cocaine.

Regardless of what substance caused the driver’s reaction time to become significantly altered, intoxication by any means can cause terrible accidents and injuries.

Innocent victims harmed by drunk drivers are entitled to compensation for their injuries, including but not limited to medical expenses; lost wages; pain and suffering and mental anguish; physical impairment and disability; and most importantly, punitive damages to deter future conduct. 

If you have been injured because of a drunk driver, you will want a knowledgeable accident lawyer to bring a  personal injury action against the drunk driver.

To speak with one of our highly qualified lawyers at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates,  Click to call: 281-943-5555.