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Viral Video of Improvised Towing on Houston Highway Raises Safety Concerns

Houston police confirm no citations were issued for the risky towing method, but the sedan driver was arrested on an unrelated warrant.

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Overview

  • A white SUV was filmed towing a blue sedan backwards on Houston's I-610 Loop, causing the sedan to swing uncontrollably across lanes.
  • The sedan's axle failure and a blown tire contributed to the loss of control during the towing attempt.
  • Witnesses captured the erratic scene, which ended with both vehicles stopping on the feeder road and the drivers engaging in a heated dispute.
  • Houston police stated no citations were issued for the unconventional towing method, which violated standard safety practices.
  • The sedan driver was arrested at the scene on an unrelated out-of-state warrant, with no further charges reported.