Early information points to at least two critically hurt people, and a 17-year-old was reportedly being given CPR at the scene.
MONTGOMERY COUNTY, TX - October 23, 2026
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said FM 149 was closed in both directions after a crash near Magnolia Hills, where several sheriff's, fire and EMS crews responded. Preliminary information indicates four vehicles were involved.
Key Facts
- Date: Friday, October 23, 2026 (date first reported)
- Location: FM 149 near Magnolia Hills, Montgomery County, Texas
- Type of crash: Multi-vehicle crash
- Vehicles involved: Four vehicles, according to preliminary information
- Injuries / fatalities: Multiple injuries reported, including at least two people described as critically injured
- Responding agencies: Montgomery County Sheriff's Office, fire department, EMS
- Reported by: Click2Houston (KPRC 2)
Crash Overview
The Montgomery County Sheriff's Office said FM 149 was shut down in both directions after the crash. Agency units were sent to the area near Magnolia Hills, where sheriff's, fire and EMS crews were working at the scene. The sheriff's office urged drivers to avoid the area and use another route.
According to preliminary details shared with KPRC 2, four vehicles took part in the collision. Two or more people were badly hurt, and a 17-year-old patient was reportedly receiving CPR as crews worked on scene.
A Montgomery County emergency alert referred to the closure near Karen Switch Road and said the sheriff's office was treating the incident as a "delayed fatal accident." Few other details have been reported, including the cause of the crash.
People Involved
Multiple injuries were reported. A 17-year-old patient was described as critically injured, and at least one other person was also reported to be critically injured.
Traffic Impact
FM 149 was reported closed in both directions. The sheriff's office asked drivers to avoid the area and find another route. No reopening time has been reported.