Man arrested for DWI after wrong-way crash on Sam Houston Parkway

A man is behind bars after driving the wrong way and crashing out in southwest Harris County on Monday night.

Deputies responded to reports of a car speeding south in the northbound lane on the W Sam Houston Parkway near Bellaire.

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What happened?

Authorities say they found the car had crashed on the left shoulder, still facing oncoming traffic with its lights off. The driver, appearing impaired, refused to get out of the car. After some effort, officers managed to take him into custody.

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A sobriety test confirmed he was intoxicated, with a blood alcohol content over twice the legal limit. He was arrested for driving while intoxicated.

Fortunately, no one was hurt. Authorities are reminding drivers to stay alert and report any unsafe driving right away.