Houston Police Officer Injured After Suspect Crashes Stolen Truck Into Her Car

Violent Crash in Midtown

• 💥 A stolen truck slammed into an unmarked HPD car driven by a detective in Midtown, Houston.
• 🚨 The incident began with reports of a stolen truck, leading officers to locate the driver and attempt a stop.
• 💨 The suspect fled, accelerating through two red lights before the collision.

Officer and Suspect Status

• 🩹 The detective sustained minor injuries and was taken to the hospital for evaluation, but is expected to recover.
• 🔥 The suspect managed to escape the truck through the back before it caught fire and was subsequently detained.
• ⚖️ The suspect faces three felony charges: evading police, theft, and aggravated assault.

Scene Aftermath

• 🚗 Both vehicles were significantly damaged, with the truck being thrown against a building due to the impact.
• 📍 The crash occurred near Travis Street and Hullman, leaving extensive damage at the scene.