Authorities are investigating a semi-truck crash into a Texas government building.
At least 16 people were injured, including three critically. The suspect is in custody, according to the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS)
State and local law enforcement agencies believe that the driver crashed intentionally.
ABC News has the latest:
The suspect had been denied a commercial driver's license on Thursday and “returned today with intent to harm,” Washington County Judge Mark Keough said in a statement on social media.
NEW: Multiple people suffered "serious" injuries after a man allegedly intentionally crashed a semi-truck into a Texas Department of Public Safety office in Brenham on Friday, officials said.
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A suspect is in custody, according to Texas DPS.https://t.co/ItY8q5Qvcr pic.twitter.com/9B3ycdUPss
Footage from the scene showed extensive damage to the Texas DPS office.
The Texas Rangers are investigating and there is no further threat to the community, Texas DPS said.
This is a breaking news story. Please check back for updates.
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