Driver Survives Being Impaled in 3-Car Crash

SAN ANGELO, TX - The aftermath of a red light violation left multiple vehicles damaged, one driver cited for disregarding a red light, and one driver with injuries from being impaled. 

On Jan. 23, a motor vehicle crash occurred at the intersection of South Abe Street and West Beauregard, prompting a response from officers. 

The crash involved a 42-year-old driver of a Dodge pickup who, while traveling southbound on Abe Street, disregarded a red light.

The crash ensued when the Dodge collided with a Honda Civic driven by a 25-year-old male and then slid into the GMC Acadia, driven by a 17-year-old female. 

Both the GMC and Honda were traveling westbound on Beauregard at the time of the crash.

There were no serious injuries reported, and all individuals involved were assessed for minor injuries at the scene. No one required transportation to the hospital.

The driver of the Civic had a toothpick in his mouth that he choked on after the impact of the crash, according to reports.

The 42-year-old driver of the Dodge pickup, responsible for the red light violation, also faced citations for expired registration and lacking insurance.