A major crash at Scott Street and Al Green Street shut down the intersection during Tuesday morning's commute, leaving at least one vehicle heavily damaged and disrupting traffic around 7:28 AM.
Responding officers found the scene congested with debris and at least two vehicles involved in the collision. The exact number of people injured wasn't immediately clear, but the severity of vehicle damage suggested multiple occupants were hurt. Emergency crews worked to clear the wreckage and reopen the intersection.
This intersection has become a repeated trouble spot. According to LocalTrafficAccidents.com data, nine crashes have occurred at Scott and Al Green in the past 30 days—seven of them major incidents like today's. Over the past 12 months, the location has logged 42 total crashes, with 25 classified as major.
TxDOT public crash records show a broader pattern at this corridor. Since January 2020, state data documents 64 crashes within a quarter-mile of the intersection. Contributing factors as recorded by the investigating officer, per TxDOT CRIS, show "Failed To Control Speed" as the leading factor, cited in 12 crashes. The hit-and-run rate at the intersection stands at 12.3 percent over that period.
Tuesday morning was clear and relatively cool at 83 degrees with few clouds—conditions that typically favor good visibility and traction. Despite favorable weather, the crash disabled at least one vehicle and forced authorities to manage heavy congestion while crews cleared the roadway.
The intersection remained partially or fully blocked for an extended period Tuesday morning as first responders documented the scene and removed vehicles. Check local traffic updates for current conditions before heading through the area—alternate routes may save you time if Scott and Al Green remains congested.
**Update (3:30 PM CT):** The major crash at 11000 SCOTT ST @ AL GREEN ST, first reported at 7:28 AM, has cleared after more than 8 hours. All lanes have reopened and normal traffic flow has resumed in the area.
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