Tarrant County, TX — March 9, 2025, Ashely Thomas and two others were injured due to a wrong-way car accident at approximately 10:15 p.m. along Hulen Street.

According to authorities, 29-year-old Ashley Thomas was traveling in a Toyota Corolla that was headed southbound in the northbound lanes in the vicinity of the Hulen Street and Vickery Boulevard intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, apparently due to the wrong-way situation, a head-on collision took place between the Corolla and a northbound Chevrolet Trailblazer occupied by a 63-year-old man and a 33-year-old man.

Thomas reportedly suffered serious injuries over the course of the accident; the two men from the Trailblazer sustained minor injuries, as well.

Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a wrong-way crash happens, it’s tempting to frame the situation as a closed case of driver error. But even when the facts seem straightforward, injuries as serious as Ashley Thomas’s deserve a deeper look—because understanding how the wrong-way movement began is often the real question.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?

With wrong-way accidents, it's essential to determine how and when the wrong-way driver entered the opposite lanes. Did investigators examine whether this was a momentary lapse or something more complex? Was the driver under stress, confused, or reacting to something unexpected? Just as important—was the crash scene documented in a way that helps reconstruct timing, vehicle positions, and potential attempts to avoid the collision?

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?

If a vehicle suddenly pulls into the wrong lane, people assume it’s intentional or a navigational mistake. But problems with steering systems, brakes, or even electronic power assist units can cause sharp, unintended turns. If the Corolla was malfunctioning, and no one took the time to inspect it closely, that possibility is lost. A mechanical failure can mimic driver confusion—until it’s ruled out, it remains a valid concern.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?

Both vehicles involved likely recorded key telemetry—things like speed, steering angle, acceleration, and braking behavior. Data like this can help determine how fast the events unfolded and whether the drivers attempted evasive maneuvers. External footage or intersection cameras could also show whether the Corolla drifted or entered the wrong-way direction from a nearby access point. Without that data, investigators are left with assumptions instead of answers.

Crashes involving wrong-way driving get labeled quickly, but the real causes often hide just beyond the surface. Serious injuries demand a serious effort to uncover every contributing factor.

Key Takeaways:

• Investigators should trace the vehicle’s path and document scene evidence to clarify how the wrong-way movement began.
• A mechanical inspection of the Corolla could determine if a defect caused it to veer unexpectedly.
• Crash data and nearby camera footage may explain vehicle behavior and timing in the moments before the collision.