At least 16 people were injured after a driver of a stolen SUV intentionally crashed into the Texas Department of Safety building Friday morning.
Police said it happened around 10:41 a.m.
Three of the victims had to be airlifted to a hospital.
The driver was reportedly recently denied a commercial license.
#Break – A commercial motor vehicle crashed into the Brenham DPS office and there are reports of multiple serious injuries.
PIO is heading to the scene.
Please stay away from the area while investigators and medical personnel respond to the area.
Updates will be provided here.
— TxDPS – Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) April 12, 2024
The unidentified driver was taken into custody.
We can confirm that the Texas Rangers are investigating this incident. A suspect has been arrested and there is no further threat to the community.
Additional resources are en route to assist.
Please continue to avoid the area. https://t.co/i1ur36ZcaM
— TxDPS – Southeast Texas Region (@TxDPSSoutheast) April 12, 2024
KTRK reported:
Texas Department of Public Safety officials reported at least 16 injuries after they say a stolen 18-wheeler crashed into one of their offices Friday.
According to Texas DPS – Southeast Texas Region officials, the vehicle intentionally crashed into the Brenham DPS office around 10:41 a.m.
SkyEye video shows extensive damage to the front of the office and the 18-wheeler.
Of the more than a dozen people injured, DPS said three were transported to the hospital in critical condition.
The suspected driver of the 18-wheeler was arrested at the scene and refused treatment, officials said.
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