Fatal Houston Red Light Crash Kills Three, Driver Charged with Intoxication Manslaughter

Horrific Multi-Vehicle Collision

• 💥 A five-vehicle crash occurred at Almeida and West Oram in Houston shortly after 1:00 AM.
• ⚠️ The incident began when a gray Chrysler, traveling southbound on Almeida without headlights, ran a red light.
• 💥 The Chrysler collided with a white Buick traveling eastbound on West Oram, causing a chain reaction.

Tragic Loss of Life

• 💔 The collision sent the Buick into three other vehicles waiting at the light.
• 🚑 One occupant of the Buick was ejected and later pronounced deceased at a local hospital, bringing the total fatalities to three.
• 😔 The driver and passenger of the white Buick were pronounced deceased at the scene.

Impaired Driving and Charges

• 🚗 The driver of the Chrysler, who was found to be impaired, is in critical condition and faces intoxication manslaughter charges.
• ⚖️ Charges were upgraded from DWI after the driver's blood alcohol level and running the red light were confirmed.
• 🔍 Investigators used surveillance video to prove the Chrysler's headlights were off and that the driver ran the red light.

Plea for Safe Transportation

• 🗣️ Authorities emphasize the availability of ride-sharing services and urge drivers to plan for safe transportation when drinking.
• 🚨 The incident highlights the severe consequences of impaired driving and the importance of street safety in Houston.