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Dickinson police officer rescues driver from burning vehicle on I-45
Summary by The Bellaire Editorial Desk Christian Hudspeth , as published by KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local
· September 3, 2026
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Key points Officer Brown arrived at the scene near Exit 19 and found a vehicle with flames coming from the engine area. A major crash on Interstate 45 prompted emergency calls early Wednesday morning.
A major crash on Interstate 45 prompted emergency calls early Wednesday morning. Officer Brown arrived at the scene near Exit 19 and found a vehicle with flames coming from the engine area. The fire was spreading toward the passenger compartment when Brown located the driver and pulled him to safety.
The crash is being investigated by the League City Police Department, as it occurred within their jurisdiction. Officer Brown's quick response and courage were praised by the Dickinson Police Department. No information has been released about the driver's condition.
Further details about the incident are available from the source.
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Category: safety Published: September 3, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Click2Houston (NBC) - Local Reading time: 1 min
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