1 Injured in Houston Four-Vehicle Crash on Richmond near 610 West Loop

Houston, Texas (March 5, 2020) – One person was injured early Thursday morning in a suspected DUI crash in Houston, according to the police.

The crash happened on Richmond near 610 West Loop.

Police said a drunk driver was operating a Toyota pick up when they hit three other vehicles.

The pickup driver fled the scene and was later found up on a sidewalk.

An innocent person was taken to the hospital in an unknown condition.

The pickup driver showed signs of intoxication.

An investigation is underway.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

In Texas, a driver is legally intoxicated after consuming alcohol if their blood alcohol content (BAC) is .08% or higher. A driver is also considered intoxicated if they don’t have the normal use of their mental or physical faculties by reason of the introduction of alcohol. Alcohol, however, is not the only intoxicant, as drivers can become intoxicated by ingesting prescription and illegal drugs such as crack, marijuana, and cocaine.

Regardless of what substance caused the driver’s reaction time to become significantly altered, intoxication by any means can cause terrible accidents and injuries.

Innocent victims harmed by drunk drivers are entitled to compensation for their injuries, including but not limited to medical expenses; lost wages; pain and suffering and mental anguish; physical impairment and disability; and most importantly, punitive damages to deter future conduct.

If you have been injured because of a drunk driver, you will want a knowledgeable accident lawyer to bring a  personal injury action against the drunk driver.

To speak with one of our highly qualified lawyers at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates,  Click to call: 281-943-5555.