Several Injured in Houston Multi-Vehicle Crash on U.S. 290 near 34th Street

Houston, Texas (March 29, 2021) – Several people, including a 6-year-old, were injured Sunday night in a chain-reaction crash in Houston, according to authorities.

The crash happened around 8:30 p.m., March 28, on U.S. 290, near West 34th Street.

Authorities said a driver stopped to check on a fallen mattress and was rear-ended by another vehicle. Another vehicle occupied by a woman and her four children also stopped and was rear-ended by another vehicle.

The woman and her children, ages 5 to 9, were taken to the hospital for treatment. A 6-year-old boy was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. He was unrestrained at the time of the crash.

The passengers in the other vehicles were not seriously injured in the crash.

No other 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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