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Intoxicated Driver Hits Amtrak Train, Child Injured; Alligators Block Rescue

5/11/2026

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A vehicle hit an Amtrak train on Lockwood Road in Harris County, Texas, injuring a driver and child while passengers were unharmed.
Investigators said the driver ignored crossing arms and may have been intoxicated.
The train was traveling at 60 mph from California toward New Orleans when it struck the vehicle.
A conductor trying to assist was blocked by four alligators while authorities warned motorists of delays and urged alternate routes.

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A vehicle hit an Amtrak train on Lockwood Road in Harris County, Texas, injuring a driver and child while passengers were unharmed.
Investigators said the driver ignored crossing arms and may have been intoxicated.
The train was traveling at 60 mph from California toward New Orleans when it struck the vehicle.
A conductor trying to assist was blocked by four alligators while authorities warned motorists of delays and urged alternate routes.