Officer Landon Simmons Injured in Texarkana Two-Vehicle Crash on South Lake Drive; Brian Owens Arrested

Texarkana, Texas (September 29, 2021) – A police officer was injured Tuesday night in a DUI crash in Texarkana, according to the police.

The crash happened on September 28, on South Lake Drive near W 4th Street.

Police said Officer Landon Simmons was trying to turn onto South Lake Drive when a speeding northbound Chrysler Pacifica driven by Brian Owens, 31, crashed into his patrol vehicle.

Officer Simmons was taken to the hospital, where he was treated for minor injuries and released.

Owens was arrested for DWI and booked into the Bi-State Jail after being checked out at the hospital.

The police are investigating the crash.

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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