The driver who killed one person and injured 13 others when he rammed a stolen truck into a Texas government building has been named and photographed by police.
Clenard Parker, 42, used an 18-wheeler to crash into the Texas Department of Safety building. in the rural town of Brenham, 75 miles west of Houston Friday morning.
The branch issues driver’s licenses and Parker’s application for a commercial license had been rejected by authorities the day before.
Sgt. Justin Ruiz said Parker, of Chappell Hill, was pulled from the truck by several officers and did not resist arrest, while police confirmed the crash was deliberate.
Three people were airlifted to hospital with serious injuries and three others were transported from the scene in serious condition. One person has since died.
Clenard Parker, 42, used an 18-wheeler to crash into the Texas Department of Safety building in the rural town of Brenham, 75 miles west of Houston Friday morning.
At least 16 people were injured after a truck driver intentionally crashed into the Texas Department of Safety building the day after his permit application was denied.
At least sixteen people were injured – three seriously – after a truck intentionally crashed into a Texas Department of Safety building in Brenham following a police chase.
Among the injured, two people were flown to CHI St. Joseph Hospital in Bryan, one to Memorial Hermann in Houston and three people were flown to Baylor Scott and White in Brenham but have since been released.
Eight people were also treated at the scene. Parker refused treatment at the scene but did not resist arrest, authorities said.
Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough said the crash was intentional and the suspect was denied a commercial driver’s license the day before.
“Pray for our Texas DPS as they deal with a mass casualty incident in Brenham with a major vehicle accident in their office. No word on injuries yet,” he said on Facebook.
“Update: I have been informed and this incident was intentional and committed by the suspect who was denied a CDL yesterday. He came back today with the intent to do harm.
Footage of the collision shows the front of the 18-wheeler was smashed and covered in debris from the office’s front doors.
The large red tractor-trailer can be seen in the parking lot next to debris scattered out front, near a gaping hole at the entrance.
Authorities said several serious injuries were reported, but did not say how many people were affected or the extent of the injuries.
They also asked people to avoid the area to clear the way for responding medical personnel.
Senator Lois Kolkhorst called the accident a “deliberate and heinous act” on the part of the driver.
The Brenham DPS office is a driver’s license issuing facility located approximately 75 miles northwest of Houston.
A stolen 16-wheeler crashed into a building in Brenham, Texas, on Friday.
Texas DPS said the suspect was arrested and there was “no further threat” to the community, while police said the 18-wheeler was stolen.
“Today a horrific tragedy occurred in my hometown of Brenham where an individual driving a stolen 18-wheeler crashed into the local Department of Public Safety (DPS) office,” she said. written on X.
“Three people were rescued with serious injuries. Three other guests were transported to local hospitals in stable condition.
“I have been in contact with local officials as well as the DPS director and the lieutenant governor’s office.
“All resources are being deployed to assist our local first responders. DPS reports no personnel were seriously injured; a staff member had been trapped inside the office for some time.
“According to law enforcement, this appears to be an intentional criminal act and the Texas Rangers will be leading the investigation.
“This deliberate and heinous act is a reminder of the dangerous work carried out by our law enforcement and licensing agencies who strive to ensure safety and public services.
“Please join me in praying for the innocent victims and their families at this time.”
Texas House Speaker Dade Phelan said authorities were “monitoring a serious situation in Brenham involving a stolen commercial truck that intentionally injured innocent Texans.”
“Texas authorities are investigating and have advised people to avoid the area,” he added.
“Thank you to the courageous law enforcement officers and first responders currently on scene. Please keep the injured in your prayers today as they recover.
The Brenham DPS office is a facility where driver’s licenses are issued. The branch said the Texas Rangers are investigating the incident.
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