Officers Injured in 12633 East Freeway Collision [Houston, TX]

Houston, TX (April 11, 2024) – Two HPD patrol officers sustained injuries following a 12633 East Freeway collision Tuesday night.

It was about 8:18 p.m. when the officers were blocking traffic on the highway’s eastbound lanes for a stalled 18-wheeler. Suddenly, the officers’ vehicle was rear-ended on Federal Road.

The medical team transported them to a hospital with neck and back injuries. 

There is no information on the occupants of the other vehicle.

Traffic collisions are the leading cause of long-term disability in the United States. Statistics show that 78.3% of traffic accidents result in injury and 4.24% result in death. Thus, we must do our best to avoid traffic accidents

Pay attention to your surroundings whenever you are driving. Furthermore, abiding by all the driving laws and following all the road signs are simple ways to practice defensive driving. Defensive driving can also lessen the chance of major road accidents.

Everyone is responsible for keeping the road safe, so watching for those on the road with you is vital.

In truth, always practicing safe and defensive driving is important. This will ensure your safety and the safety of other motorists and pedestrians on the road.

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The Aftermath of the East Freeway Collision

When an accident occurs, hiring a personal injury lawyer is always advisable. Choosing the right personal injury attorney is crucial to protecting your future from further losses caused by injuries.

With Sweet Lawyers‘ experienced attorneys, you can be assured that your case is in good hands. We assure you that our tenured lawyers will ensure your rights are respected.

Contact our experienced personal injury attorneys if you suffered injuries in a similar traffic collision.

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