Hit-and-Run Crash on Dam B Bridge Under Investigation

Texas authorities searching for driver who fled the scene after rear-ending another vehicle

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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A two-vehicle crash early Saturday morning on U.S. Highway 190 at the Dam B Bridge in Jasper County, Texas left one car heavily damaged. The driver of the damaged Ford reported rear-ending a vehicle that was stopped at a traffic signal, but the other motorist fled the scene before emergency responders arrived. The incident is under investigation by the Texas Department of Public Safety and the Jasper County Sheriff's Office.

Why it matters

Hit-and-run crashes can pose a serious threat to public safety, as the fleeing driver often leaves the scene without providing aid or information. Authorities are seeking the other driver involved to determine the full circumstances of the incident and hold the responsible party accountable.

The details

According to officials, the Beech Grove Volunteer Fire Department responded to the crash on the Dam B Bridge at around 2:29 a.m. on Saturday. They found a late-model Ford with extensive front-end damage parked on the shoulder, but the other vehicle involved had left the scene. The Ford's driver, who was the sole occupant, was uninjured. He told authorities he had rear-ended the other car, which was stopped at a traffic signal on the bridge.

  • The crash occurred around 2:29 a.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2026.

The players

Texas Department of Public Safety

The state law enforcement agency investigating the hit-and-run incident.

Jasper County Sheriff's Office

The local law enforcement agency assisting in the investigation.

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What’s next

Authorities are searching for the driver who fled the scene and are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.

The takeaway

This hit-and-run crash highlights the importance of drivers remaining at the scene of an accident to provide information and aid. Leaving the scene can lead to serious legal consequences, and authorities are working to identify and locate the other driver involved.