Woman Killed in Houston Two-Vehicle Crash on Eastex Freeway near Quitman Street

Houston, Texas (January 1, 2022) – A woman was killed on Friday in a two-vehicle crash in Houston, according to the authorities.

The fatal crash occurred on December 31, on the Eastex Freeway (Interstate 59) near Quitman Street.

Authorities said the woman was driving northbound on the freeway when her car suddenly stopped and swerved in front of a pickup truck.

The pickup truck then rear-ended the woman’s car.

The woman was taken to St. Joseph’s Medical Center, where she was pronounced dead. Her name has not been released.

The pickup truck driver was uninjured and stayed at the scene.

Police believe the woman may have had a medical emergency just before the crash. 

The crash closed all multiple lanes of the Eastex Freeway.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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