Houston, Texas, November 21, 2025
Two Buddhist monks from the Dallas-Fort Worth area were injured in a traffic accident near Houston while participating in a 2,300-mile spiritual journey. The monks, who began their walk promoting peace and unity, were struck by a truck after their escort vehicle was rear-ended. One monk suffered severe leg injuries and was airlifted, while the other sustained less serious injuries. Despite the incident, the group plans to continue their journey with enhanced safety measures in place.
Houston, Texas – Two Buddhist monks from the Dallas-Fort Worth area were injured in a traffic accident near Houston while participating in a 2,300-mile spiritual journey.
The monks are part of a group that began their walk on October 26, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, aiming to promote peace, unity, and compassion across the United States. The journey spans ten states, culminating in Washington, D.C.
On November 19, 2025, around 6:13 p.m., the group was walking along U.S. Highway 90 near Dayton, Texas, approximately 40 miles northeast of Houston. Their escort vehicle, equipped with hazard lights, was rear-ended by a truck. The impact pushed the vehicle into two of the monks. One monk sustained substantial leg injuries and was airlifted to a hospital in Houston. The other monk received less severe injuries and was transported by ambulance to a suburban Houston hospital.
Despite the accident, the group plans to continue their journey. They are working with local law enforcement to ensure safety during their walk. The driver of the truck is cooperating with the ongoing investigation, which is currently attributing the incident to driver inattention.
The monks’ journey is a testament to their commitment to spreading messages of peace and compassion across the nation.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the purpose of the monks’ 2,300-mile journey?
The monks began their walk on October 26, 2025, in Fort Worth, Texas, aiming to promote peace, unity, and compassion across the United States. The journey spans ten states, culminating in Washington, D.C.
When and where did the accident occur?
On November 19, 2025, around 6:13 p.m., the group was walking along U.S. Highway 90 near Dayton, Texas, approximately 40 miles northeast of Houston. Their escort vehicle, equipped with hazard lights, was rear-ended by a truck, pushing it into two of the monks.
What were the injuries sustained by the monks?
One monk sustained substantial leg injuries and was airlifted to a hospital in Houston. The other monk received less severe injuries and was transported by ambulance to a suburban Houston hospital.
Will the monks continue their journey after the accident?
Despite the accident, the group plans to continue their journey. They are working with local law enforcement to ensure safety during their walk.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The driver of the truck is cooperating with the ongoing investigation, which is currently attributing the incident to driver inattention.
Key Features of the Monks’ Journey
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Start Date | October 26, 2025 |
| Starting Point | Fort Worth, Texas |
| End Point | Washington, D.C. |
| Distance | 2,300 miles |
| States Traversed | Ten |
| Purpose | Promote peace, unity, and compassion |
| Accident Date | November 19, 2025 |
| Accident Location | U.S. Highway 90 near Dayton, Texas |
| Injuries | One monk with substantial leg injuries; another with less severe injuries |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing; attributed to driver inattention |
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