1 Killed in Wrong-Way Crash at Highway 290 and Highway 6 in Hempstead
One Killed in Hempstead Car Accident at Highway 290 and Highway 6
1 Killed in Wrong-Way Crash at Highway 290 and Highway 6 in Hempstead
Hempstead, Texas(September 24, 2018) – One person was killed Monday morning in a traffic accident in Hempstead, police said.
The deadly accident was reported at about 4:30 a.m. near Highway 290 and Highway 6.
According to reports, an SUV was traveling the wrong direction on westbound Highway 290 when for an unknown reason it crossed paths and collided with an oncoming 18-wheeler.
The driver of the SUV was transported to a local hospital and died upon arrival. It was not clear if anyone was injured.
Police said the driver of the SUV smelled strongly of alcohol following the crash.
An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
