73-Year-Old Woman Killed in Houston Two-Vehicle Crash on Gulf Freeway

Houston, Texas (August 20, 2020) – A 73-year-old woman was killed in a two-vehicle crash Monday afternoon in Houston, according to police.

The fatal crash happened at about 1:55 p.m., August 17, in the 17300 block of Gulf Freeway (South Interstate Highway 45).

Police said the woman was driving a black Hyundai Accent at a high rate of speed northbound on the I-45 service road when she rear-ended a northbound tractor-trailer truck.

The woman was taken to HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, where she later died. Her name has not been released.

The truck driver was not impaired and remained at the scene.

The police are investigating the crash.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

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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