Houston, January 18, 2026
A driver has sustained severe injuries in a wrong-way collision on Tomball Parkway in Houston. The incident involved a 25-year-old wrong-way driver who collided head-on with another vehicle early Saturday morning. The injured driver was promptly transported for medical treatment. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Houston
A driver sustained severe injuries early Saturday morning in a wrong-way collision on the Tomball Parkway in Houston. The incident occurred in the 21600 block of the parkway. The wrong-way driver, identified as 25-year-old Julio Alberto Calero Ramirez, was traveling northbound in the southbound lanes when his vehicle collided head-on with another vehicle. The crash took place at approximately 1:39 AM.
Incident Details
Julio Alberto Calero Ramirez, aged 25, was operating a vehicle on the Tomball Parkway, moving against the flow of traffic. This resulted in a direct impact with another motorist. The injured driver was immediately transported for medical attention following the crash.
Further investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision are expected to clarify the full details of the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened on Tomball Parkway?
A driver was severely injured in a wrong-way collision on the Tomball Parkway in Houston.
When did the wrong-way crash occur?
The wrong-way crash occurred early Saturday morning, at approximately 1:39 AM.
Who was the wrong-way driver involved in the Houston crash?
The wrong-way driver was 25-year-old Julio Alberto Calero Ramirez.
Where exactly did the collision take place?
The collision took place in the 21600 block of Tomball Parkway in Houston.
Key Incident Features
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Location | 21600 block of Tomball Parkway, Houston |
| Date/Time | Early Saturday morning, approximately 1:39 AM |
| Injured Party | One driver severely injured |
| Wrong-Way Driver | Julio Alberto Calero Ramirez (25 years old) |
| Incident Type | Wrong-way, head-on collision |
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