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5-Year-Old Killed in Head-On Crash After Driver Veers Into Oncoming Traffic

Prosecutors are reviewing evidence for potential charges following deputies' reports of intoxication.

Overview

  • Deputies say the collision occurred around 8 p.m. Friday on East Mount Houston near Sheridan Road in northeast Harris County.
  • Investigators report a white Nissan SUV crossed into the westbound lane and struck a gray Cadillac nearly head-on.
  • The child in the Cadillac died en route to the hospital, and the woman driving, believed to be her mother, sustained serious injuries but is expected to survive.
  • Deputies found several open drink containers in the Nissan and said the 20-year-old driver showed signs of intoxication.
  • The Harris County District Attorney's Office reviewed evidence at the scene to assess possible charges, and the 20-year-old driver remains hospitalized in unknown condition.