2 injured after vehicle falls into sinkhole in North Harris County

Deputies with the Harris County Sheriff’s Office say two people were hospitalized after a vehicle struck a large sinkhole in north Harris County.

According to HCSO, deputies and firefighters with Champions Fire Department responded to the 13100 block of Veterans Memorial Drive after receiving reports of a vehicle that had driven into a wide sinkhole in the roadway.

Authorities say the vehicle was successfully pulled out of the hole following the incident.

Two older adults — a man and a woman — were transported to a nearby hospital. Officials say both are in fair condition.

The intersection remains shut down as crews assess the damage and work to ensure the area is safe. Drivers are urged to avoid the area.