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Stolen 18-Wheeler Crashes into Texas DPS Building: One Dead, Multiple Injured in Intentional Act

AUSTIN, Texas – A tragic incident unfolded in Brenham, Texas, when a stolen 18-wheeler crashed into a Texas Department of Public Safety office, resulting in one fatality and multiple severe injuries. The Texas Rangers are currently investigating the situation, with a suspect in custody identified as 42-year-old Clenard Parker. Parker, who was previously denied a renewal for his commercial driver’s license, faces charges of unauthorized use of a vehicle and evading arrest. This disturbing event …

Man Drives 18-Wheeler into Texas DPS Office After CDL Renewal Denial

BRENHAM, Texas – A tragic incident unfolded in Brenham, Texas, where a man stole an 18-wheeler and plowed it into a Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) office, resulting in one fatality and multiple injuries on Friday. The DPS office, situated off Highway 290 on the southwest side of Brenham, became the scene of chaos as the stolen vehicle crashed through its front doors. Texas DPS Sgt. Justin Reese identified the suspect as Clenard Parker, …

Deadly Crashes in Brazos Valley Blamed on Rain and Hydroplaning, DPS Reports

BRENHAM, Texas – Deadly crashes in the Brazos Valley during a rainy Monday have highlighted the dangers of driving in wet conditions, according to details provided by DPS troopers. Contributing factors in both crashes were driving too fast for the wet roads and hydroplaning. In one incident, an eastbound SUV crossed into the westbound lanes on Highway 290 and Sunset Road, resulting in a collision with a semi. The driver of the SUV, 59-year-old Anita …