Houston Area Driver Dies After Collision

On March 5, 2011, Harris County authorities say a 74-year-old was killed after a collision with an intoxicated driver. Reportedly, the intoxicated man was driving a Chevrolet Impala and stopped in the westbound center lane of the 17200 block of the East Freeway. Investigators say the 74-year-old was driving a Chevrolet Cavalier and crashed into the intoxicated man’s car. Officials say a Mercedes Benz then hit the Cavalier. Reportedly, the 74-year-old driver of the Cavalier died at the scene. Authorities say charges are being filed against the intoxicated driver.