5-vehicle crash in Dickinson blocks Gulf Fwy near FM 517
DICKINSON, TX – Emergency crews responded to a major accident Thursday evening along the interstate in north Galveston County.
According to Click 2 Houston, the multi-vehicle crash occurred around 6:30 p.m. on the northbound side of I-45, or the Gulf Freeway, near FM 517 in Dickinson. This around 31 miles southeast of Houston.
Police haven’t shared any details regarding the cause or circumstances of the accident except to say that it involved a truck and four other vehicles.
Officials closed the northbound side of the Gulf Freeway in Dickinson while crews gathered evidence and worked to clear the scene.
A full investigation is underway. Our team of news writers will post updates just as soon as we learn more.
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