HARRIS COUNTY, TEXAS – A Texas woman has been arrested after driving her BMW into a fire hydrant in a commercial area near the intersection of Will Clayton Parkway and Vine Forest Drive, according to information from the Harris County Constable Precinct 4.
Drunk Driving Charges
Authorities stated that the driver is accused of driving while intoxicated. Her identity has not been officially released.
Images shared by law enforcement show the SUV with significant front-end damage, deflated tires, and deployed airbags after colliding with a curb and the fire hydrant in the shopping center area.
Police Emphasize Traffic Safety Message
In a Facebook post, police emphasized: "A night out should not end with police lights and handcuffs," and advised the public to always plan for safe transportation before consuming alcoholic beverages.
The woman has been charged with Driving While Intoxicated (DWI). The exact time of the incident has not been released.
Officials focused on highlighting the message of traffic safety and personal responsibility when driving.