MLK Blvd at Westover crash; 21 incidents in 30 days

A major crash at Martin Luther King Boulevard and Westover Street sent at least one person to the hospital early Sunday morning. The collision happened at 4:49 AM on June 14, and authorities responded quickly to clear the scene.

This intersection in Harris County has become a persistent flashpoint for crashes. According to LTA data, the location has logged 21 incidents in the past 30 days—13 of them major. Over the past 90 days, the intersection has seen 64 total incidents, with 46 classified as major. The pattern stretches back: state crash records from the Texas Department of Transportation show 406 crashes within a quarter-mile of this intersection since January 2020.

The single busiest hour here is 7 to 8 AM, though crashes occur scattered throughout the day and night. Wednesdays have historically been the highest-incident day at this location, with seven crashes recorded over the past 90 days.

Contributing factors as recorded by the investigating officer, per TxDOT CRIS, reveal a dominant pattern: "Failed To Control Speed" is the leading contributing factor across the corridor, cited in 65 crashes since 2020. Hit-and-run incidents account for 12.3% of all crashes here—100 of 810 vehicles involved in crashes fled the scene.

Weather was clear at the time of this morning's crash, with temperatures at 82 degrees. The roadway was fully operational by early morning as crews completed their response.

If you're heading through this intersection during your commute, stay alert. The data shows this isn't a one-off incident—it's part of a larger pattern of collisions that demand careful driving. Slow down approaching the intersection, especially during peak morning hours, and watch for stopped traffic or debris from earlier incidents.