DEVELOPING STORY: At least 16 people were injured after an 18-wheeler intentionally crashed into a Texas Dept. of Public Safety office in Brenham. Watch video below and click here to get Todd’s daily newsletter for breaking conservative news.
State Senator Lois Kolkhorst, who represents Brenham and Washington County released the following statement:
“Today, a horrific tragedy occurred in my hometown of Brenham where an individual driving a stolen 18-wheeler crashed through the local Department of Public Safety (DPS) office. Three individuals were life-flighted with critical injuries. Three other patrons were transported to local hospitals in stable condition. I have been in contact with local officials as well as the Director of DPS and the Lt. Governor’s office. All resources are being deployed to assist our local first responders. DPS reports that no staff suffered serious injury; one staffer had been trapped for a period of time inside the office.
According to law enforcement, this appears to be an intentional, criminal act and the Texas Rangers will be leading the investigation. This deliberate, heinous act is a reminder of the dangerous work done by our law enforcement and licensing agencies that work to provide public safety and services. Please join me in praying for the innocent victims and their families at this time.”
Sen. Lois Kolkhorst
NEW: Multiple people suffered "serious" injuries after a man allegedly intentionally crashed a semi-truck into a Texas Department of Public Safety office in Brenham on Friday, officials said.
— ABC News (@ABC) April 12, 2024
A suspect is in custody, according to Texas DPS.https://t.co/ItY8q5Qvcr pic.twitter.com/9B3ycdUPss
🚨NEW: Authorities confirm driver of a stolen 18-wheeler that crashed into the DPS office in Brenham today was denied a CDL on Thursday and he returned to the office today with "intent to harm." DPS is expected to have a news conference soon.
— 🚨 Rusty Surette 🚨 (@KBTXRusty) April 12, 2024
Video courtesy: @abc13houston pic.twitter.com/AfjKssglhm
🚨🇺🇸 18 WHEELER CRASHES INTO TEXAS DPS OFFICE
— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) April 12, 2024
The crash at the Brenham DPS resulted in serious injuries to at least ten people, three critically.
The suspect is in custody, and Texas Rangers are investigating
Source: KBTX pic.twitter.com/HSTHbGUWkx