Houston – Sheila Michelle Brown Arrested after DUI Crash on Katy Freeway
Posted on Wednesday, April 10th, 2019 at 12:08 am
The Houston has arrested a female driver after getting involved in a car accident that killed one person on Katy Freeway, last April 6.
Saturday early morning, police officials were requested at the 2400 block of Katy Freeway to assist in a collision. According to initial reports, a red Toyota Camry was traveling along the eastbound lanes of the highway when it struck a blue Mazda 3. It crashed into a pickup truck and an 18-wheeler truck.
The impact of the collision killed the driver of the blue Mazda instantly. He was pronounced dead by local authorities.
The toyota driver, Sheila Michelle Brown, was taken to a hospital for treatment. She was then arrested and charged with intoxication manslaughter and failure to stop and render aid in death.
Our prayers and thoughts are with the family of the deceased victim.
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.