12/16/2025
Huntsville Police Officer seriously Injured in Head-On Collision with Fleeing Suspect
Update from HPD: Sean was taken into surgery at 8:30AM to address severe internal injuries suffered in the crash. That surgery went well, and he has now been taken for another operation to address injuries sustained to both his legs. He is still in critical condition and will likely need several more surgeries over the coming weeks.
~~~Original Story~~~
HUNTSVILLE, TX — In the early morning hours of December 16, 2025, a Huntsville Police Department officer was seriously injured during an attempted traffic stop involving a stolen vehicle.
At approximately 1:45 a.m., HPD units attempted to intercept a suspect driving a reportedly stolen vehicle in the area of Avenue M near 8th Street. The driver fled from officers at a high rate of speed and, during the pursuit, collided head-on with Officer Sean Brinson, who was en route to assist.
Emergency crews from the Huntsville Fire Department and Walker County EMS responded swiftly, extricating Officer Brinson from his heavily damaged patrol vehicle and providing immediate care on scene. He was later transported to a Houston-area hospital, where he remains in critical condition with significant injuries.
Authorities continue to investigate the incident. The community is encouraged to keep Officer Brinson, his family, and the entire Huntsville Police Department in their thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
We will provide updates as more information is released.
