08/27/2026
🚨 CHAOS ON HIGHWAY 290 IN HOUSTON 🚨
A Texas State Trooper narrowly avoided being struck during a dangerous incident near Highway 290 in Houston shortly after 1 p.m.
According to the Texas Department of Public Safety, the trooper was on routine patrol when a driver nearly struck her. When she attempted to stop the vehicle, the suspect crashed into a concrete barrier.
But it didn’t end there.
The man reportedly jumped from the vehicle and attempted to run across the highway, putting himself, the trooper, and every motorist traveling through that area in serious danger.
The trooper deployed her Taser, but authorities said it had no effect. The suspect eventually surrendered and was physically removed from the active roadway by troopers before somebody got killed.
He was transported to the hospital with minor injuries.
DPS Sgt. Richard Standifer summed up just how close this came to becoming another tragedy, saying they were thankful the suspect wasn’t struck by a passing vehicle.
This is another reminder of how quickly an ordinary traffic stop can turn into complete chaos on a high-speed roadway.
When you see emergency lights ahead, PAY ATTENTION. SLOW DOWN. MOVE OVER.
Troopers, tow operators, firefighters, EMS personnel, roadway workers and stranded motorists should not have to wonder whether the next vehicle coming toward them is paying attention.
🚨 SLOW DOWN. MOVE OVER. SAVE A LIFE. 🚨