The pickup, according to authorities, then struck a couple of power poles and burst into flames in the front of a motorcycle dealership just off northbound I-45 near Mt. Houston.
The incident happened late Monday morning, causing a major backup on the North Freeway.
More witnesses added bystanders rushed to the wreckage to help pull the driver.
The bike shop was closed and no one was at the business. There were no other injuries reported.
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