Aldine, TX — December 20, 2025, a man was injured due to a car accident at approximately 12:45 a.m. along Aldine Mail Route Road.

According to authorities, a 53-year-old man was traveling in a southbound Nissan Versa on Hardy Street at the Aldine Mail Route Road intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the Versa entered the intersection against a red light. A collision consequently occurred between the Versa, a westbound Chevrolet Tahoe, and an eastbound Dodge Ram 1500 pickup truck.

The man who had been behind the wheel of the Nissan reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident. The occupants of the Tahoe may have been injured, as well, according to reports.

Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity(s) of the victim(s)—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After multi-vehicle crashes, early reports often settle on a single alleged mistake. But when several vehicles collide and injuries are serious, the more important issue is whether anyone looked closely at the full sequence of events that led up to the impact.

Was the crash thoroughly investigated?
In a collision involving multiple vehicles at an intersection, a proper investigation should go well beyond stating that one vehicle entered against a signal. Investigators should examine how each vehicle approached the intersection, how long they were committed to their paths, and what each driver was doing in the moments before impact. That can include mapping vehicle movements, reviewing damage patterns, and determining whether braking or steering occurred before the collision. The depth of this work can vary depending on the training and experience of the responding officers. Some are equipped to break down complex, multi-vehicle interactions, while others may rely on quick conclusions. In crashes involving serious injuries, that difference matters.

Has anyone looked into a possible vehicle defect?
Even when a traffic signal violation is alleged, vehicle condition should not be overlooked. Brake performance, throttle response, and steering function on all involved vehicles deserve careful review. Modern vehicles rely on electronic systems that influence acceleration and braking, and those systems do not always behave as expected. If a mechanical or electronic issue played a role, it may not be obvious without a detailed inspection. Mechanical problems can exist alongside driver error and still contribute to how a crash unfolds.

Was all available electronic data collected?
Electronic data can be especially important in multi-vehicle crashes. Vehicle systems may record speed, braking input, steering activity, and warning alerts in the seconds leading up to impact. Phone data can help determine whether distraction was a factor, and nearby cameras may help establish timing and vehicle positions. This information is time-sensitive. If it is not preserved early, it can be lost, leaving key questions unanswered.

When a crash involves several vehicles and leaves people seriously injured, careful questions matter. A thorough investigation, close inspection of all vehicles, and full collection of electronic data help move the case beyond assumptions and toward a clearer understanding of what really happened.

Key Takeaways:

• Multi-vehicle intersection crashes require detailed reconstruction.
• Vehicle or system issues should be examined even when fault seems clear.
• Electronic data can clarify driver actions just before impact.