Houston, February 19, 2026
A police chase involving a white Corvette ended with the vehicle crashing into a Masonic Lodge in northwest Houston. Two individuals were hospitalized after the Corvette overturned following a flat tire during the high-speed pursuit. The driver, who has an existing felony warrant, initiated the chase by running red lights and driving recklessly. Firefighters extricated both the driver and passenger from the wreckage, and both are in stable condition as investigations continue into the cause of the crash.
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Corvette Crashes into Masonic Lodge After Police Chase in Northwest Houston
Two individuals were hospitalized early Thursday morning, February 19, 2026, after a white Corvette, involved in a police chase, overturned and crashed into a Masonic Lodge on West Little York Road in northwest Houston.
Incident Details
The incident occurred around 2:09 a.m. when Houston police initiated a pursuit after observing the white Corvette running red lights and driving recklessly at high speeds on West Montgomery Road. The driver accelerated when officers attempted a traffic stop.
The high-speed chase lasted approximately five minutes before the Corvette sustained a flat tire, causing it to overturn and collide with the Masonic Lodge located just west of Antoine Drive. Firefighters from the Houston Fire Department extricated the male driver and female passenger, both believed to be in their 30s, from the overturned vehicle. They were subsequently transported to a hospital in stable condition.
Investigation Underway
Police have stated that they do not believe the Corvette was stolen. The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and the District Attorney’s Office is expected to determine any potential charges. Authorities also noted that the male driver has an existing felony warrant for aggregate felony theft and engaging in organized crime.
Frequently Asked Questions
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What happened in northwest Houston early Thursday morning?
A police chase in northwest Houston concluded early Thursday morning, February 19, 2026, when a white Corvette crashed into a Masonic Lodge, resulting in two people being hospitalized.
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When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred around 2:09 a.m. on Thursday, February 19, 2026.
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Where exactly did the crash take place?
The crash took place on West Little York Road, just west of Antoine Drive, where the Corvette hit a Masonic Lodge.
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How many people were injured in the crash?
Two people, a male driver and a female passenger, were hospitalized after the crash.
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What caused the Corvette to crash?
The Corvette crashed after sustaining a flat tire during the police chase, causing it to overturn and collide with the building.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Event | Police Chase and Crash |
| Location | Northwest Houston (West Little York Road, west of Antoine Drive) |
| Vehicle | White Corvette |
| Time | Early Thursday morning, February 19, 2026, around 2:09 a.m. |
| Outcome | Crashed into a Masonic Lodge, overturned |
| Injuries | Two hospitalized (a male driver and a female passenger, both in stable condition) |
| Cause of Crash | Flat tire during chase, causing overturning |
| Driver’s Status | Male driver has existing felony warrant |
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