[12-19-2021] Harris County, TX – Two People Killed in DUI Crash on North Freeway

Two people identified as 20-year-old LaQuenta H. and 31-year-old Andrew G. were killed in a wrong-way drunk driving crash on the North Freeway on Sunday, December 19, 2021.

The crash happened around 12:35 a.m. on the North Freeway near the White Oak exit.

The black Dodge Charger driver, identified as 26-year-old Sarah G., was driving northbound in the southbound lanes of I-45 near the White Oak exit, according to Houston police. After that, she collided with a black Kia Rio and a gray Kia Soul.

The man and woman inside the Kia Rio were pronounced dead at the scene. Meanwhile, police said the 26-year-old driver and the Kia Soul’s driver were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

According to authorities, the 26-year-old driver showed signs of intoxication.

Sarah was charged with intoxication manslaughter on two counts.

Fatal DUI Crash Statistics

Driving while intoxicated can result in tragic consequences that can be avoided. People who drank and drove are not the only ones who suffer from these consequences; they also have a number of innocent victims.

In Texas, someone is killed in a DUI-alcohol-related traffic collision more than once every nine hours and six minutes. Driving under the influence resulted in the deaths of 963 people and the serious injuries of 2,114 people in Texas last year.

Drunk driving accidents in the United States are unfortunate, but they happen. In 2016, 28 percent of all traffic-related deaths in the United States were the result of drunk driving.

According to the Texas Department of Transportation data, there are at least 900 deaths each year in Texas DUI-alcohol-related car accidents.

Harris County DUI Accident Lawyer for Victims of Fatal DUI Crash

There are long-term physical, emotional, and financial consequences to drinking and driving that are completely avoidable. In addition to the dangers of a DWI, it can also be expensive and time-consuming to deal with the consequences of a conviction. You’ll need a car accident lawyer’s help in these kinds of cases.

An intoxicated driver’s insurance company will be your sole recourse. Your medical bills and other expenses may or may not be covered by the at-fault driver’s insurance policy.

Victims’ families have the right to file wrongful death claims while the investigation is ongoing. These claims can include compensation for funeral expenses, lost wages, loss of companionship, and emotional distress for the victim’s family. With Arash Law Texas, you can be sure that your rights will be protected.

You can rely on Arash Law Texas’ Harris County DUI accident lawyers to aggressively defend your interests. If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate to contact us. Your case will receive the utmost attention and care from Arash Law. To schedule a free consultation with one of our knowledgeable and caring attorneys, call (888) 398-4017 today.