Brownsville, TX — July 20, 2023, a woman and two children were injured following an 18-wheeler accident at around 9:03 a.m. along Padre Island Highway.

According to initial details about the accident, it happened along the 6900 block of Padre Island Highway, which is just off Coffee Road.

Woman, Children Injured in 18-wheeler Accident on Padre Island Highway in Brownsville, TX

Investigators said that a woman and two children were in a vehicle that was traveling along Padre Island Highway. Due to a series of events not clear at this time, an 18-wheeler crashed into their vehicle. As a result, the woman and the two children were taken to an area hospital. Their injuries were described as non-life-threatening.

It appears there were no other confirmed injuries. Authorities did not specify the cause of the accident nor did they say if any charges or citations are pending. Investigations are ongoing.

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