Chambers County, TX — October 9, 2025, Alejandra Leon was killed in a hit-and-run accident at about 1 a.m. on Interstate 10.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 1992 GMC C1500 was heading west near Hankamer when it hit a pedestrian.

The pedestrian, 37-year-old Alejandra Leon, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, according to the report.

The pickup driver, who stopped about 10 miles down the highway when its radiator overheated, was charged with failure to stop and render aid and collision involving death, the report states.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Chambers County crash.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When someone loses their life in a highway crash, especially under unclear or evasive circumstances, it often leaves more questions than answers. It's not just about what happened. It's about whether the right steps are being taken to find out why. In the aftermath, the deeper layers of accountability can easily go unexplored unless someone insists on digging further.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? A hit-and-run always demands a closer look at how the investigation unfolds. In cases like this, it's worth asking whether crash reconstruction teams took the time to map the scene, document vehicle paths or gather evidence of the driver’s actions in the moments before impact. When a driver leaves the scene and only stops due to a mechanical failure, it's especially critical to assess whether officers pieced together a full timeline, including possible impairment, distraction or fatigue. That kind of detailed review isn't automatic; some departments have the tools and training, others don’t.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Even when there's an arrest, mechanical issues can't be ruled out just because there's someone to charge. A truck from the early '90s brings its own set of concerns: aging brakes, failing lights or steering problems that might not be obvious without a full inspection. If no one popped the hood or checked the undercarriage, then it's fair to wonder whether some part of that truck failed at a critical moment.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? The driver’s late stop raises another issue. Was any technology tapped to understand what happened between the point of impact and the mechanical failure ten miles later? Cell phone records, GPS logs or even traffic camera footage could help explain why the driver kept going. In today’s world, there's often a digital breadcrumb trail that can fill in the blanks, but only if investigators look for it.

In cases like this, the surface-level facts can feel settled once charges are filed. But accountability isn't just legal. It's about knowing the whole story. That only happens when someone keeps asking the questions others might overlook.

Key Takeaways:

• Serious crash investigations depend on whether officers dig into the details, not just the aftermath.
• Old vehicles involved in crashes should always be checked for mechanical problems.
• GPS, phones, and cameras may hold key information about a driver’s actions after a crash.