Houston—Bus Collision on Will Clayton Parkway
Posted on Monday, March 25th, 2019 at 3:41 am
The Houston Police Department is investigating a car accident in a pay parking lot near Will Clayton Parkway, Friday afternoon.
At around 5:40 p.m., local responding officers were dispatched at the 6655 Will Clayton Parkway in the parking lot of the Fast Park. According to initial reports, a shuttle bus was heading south through the parking lot when it crashed into several unoccupied vehicles. The impact of the collision left the driver of the bus with serious injuries. He was rushed to a local hospital where he later died. His name has not been released pending notification of relatives.
Based on a preliminary investigation, the driver of the bus is believed to have encountered a medical emergency causing the bus to go out of control and hit seven vehicles.
No further details were released as the investigation is still in progress.
We are deeply saddened for the family and loved ones of the injured victim. Our prayers and thoughts are with them. We strongly believe that the Houston Police Department will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
Texas is among the states in the US that have the most car accidents which involved injuries and fatalities every year. Some of the common factors contributing to the rising cases of collisions in the area include the worsening traffic situation, weather conditions, and poor driving habits.
Bad driving habits are the greatest cause of a fatal crash. It can be lethal to the person behind the wheel, as well as the drivers on the road. Drivers who do not use their signal to change lanes or those who do not secure their blind spots before shifting direction are more likely to be involved in an accident. Some of the most dangerous driving habits include speeding, unsafe lane change, tailgating, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a car accident with a negligent driver, you have a right to fair compensation for the trauma you experienced and the injuries you have suffered.
