Complete Harris County, TX accident reports and news.
Accidents in Harris County are a major cause of property damage, injury, and death each year
In Harris County, statistics from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration show that traffic crashes remain a primary public safety issue. Car, truck, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents are all a common occurrence, despite improvements in vehicle safety features, road design, bicycle and pedestrian corridors, and traffic signs.
When an accident happens in Harris County, it is important to do the following immediately:
- Remain at the crash scene;
- Check on the condition of all people involved in the crash;
- Call the police;
- Exchange information with other drivers;
- Get contact information from witnesses;
- Inform your insurance company;
- Get appropriate medical treatment, and track the details;
- Take photos of vehicle damage and injuries;
- Consider hiring a personal injury attorney.
An injury attorney handles all the details so that you don't have to.
After a Harris County accident, there are many issues that need to be handled immediately. Dealing with doctors, repair shops, car rental companies, police, and insurance companies is overwhelming, especially when someone is seriously injured. At this point, many injured people choose to hire a personal injury attorney whose job it is to handle the details and paperwork so that you can focus on recovery.
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Since there is no cost to speak with a lawyer, it is a good idea to learn more about your potential claim. Accident Data Center can help you by connecting you with our network of experienced injury lawyers who can provide you with information about your rights and options. Learn more here about the value of a no-cost legal claim evaluation.
Accident Reports by city
Most recent accident reports
Houston, TX
A man was driving on the Katy Freeway early Saturday morning when he lost control of his truck and crashed, according to Houston police.
Houston, TX
Around midnight, Krystal Singletary was driving inbound on 290 with her dog in the car when she lost control and hit a wall causing the car to roll.
She survived the crash and got out of the car because it was stuck on its side in the middle of the freeway.
Houston, TX
All outbound lanes of the Gulf Freeway at Broadway Street have reopened after a multi-vehicle accident.
According to Houston TranStar, the accident was occurred around 6 a.m. Wednesday.
At least four vehicles are involved in the accident.
Houston, TX
Two people are dead after a late night crash in northwest Harris County.
The crash happened on Veterans Memorial near Camden Parkway around 10 p.m. Monday.
Houston, TX
A 24-year-old man died early Monday morning in a traffic crash in west Houston.
The wreck happened about 1:30 a.m. at Westheimer and Dairy Ashford, according to the Houston Police Department.