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Polk County crash involving TDCJ van, SUV; 8 taken to hospital
Summary by The Houston Editorial Desk Barbi Barbee , as published by FOX 26 Houston
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points Further information on the accident can be found through official sources, which have reported on the crash and its aftermath. A crash involving a van and an SUV has resulted in injuries to eight people.
A crash involving a van and an SUV has resulted in injuries to eight people. The van was transporting inmates at the time of the accident. Officials report that the injuries sustained by those involved are non-life-threatening.
The incident occurred in Polk County. Eight people were taken to the hospital for treatment. Details of the crash are available from officials, who have provided information on the incident.
Further information on the accident can be found through official sources, which have reported on the crash and its aftermath.
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Category: safety Published: September 4, 2026 Source: FOX 26 Houston Reading time: 1 min
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