HOUSTON, Texas – Three Houston police officers are recovering after being injured in two suspected drunken-driving crashes less than a day apart, one in Midtown and another in the Heights.

The most recent crash happened Sunday night in Midtown, where neighbors say dangerous driving has become a growing concern.

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Houston police say an HPD unit was hit around 10:45 p.m. at the intersection of Chenevert and Tuam after a driver blew through a stop sign. Investigators said the driver and his passenger both admitted to having a drink earlier in the night.

The two men inside the car and the two officers were taken to the hospital. All are expected to recover.

Residents in the area told KPRC 2 the intersection has

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