Bee Cave, TX — May 12, 2025, A child was injured following a car accident that occurred at around 10:00 A.M. on Hill Country Blvd.

An investigation is underway into a car accident that left a child injured during the morning hours of May 12th. According to official reports, a 3-year-old child was outside of the Galleria when they were struck by a vehicle.

When first responders arrived on the scene, they found that the child had sustained serious injuries and transported them to the hospital. At this time there has been no further information released about the accident, including how the accident happened or the status of their injuries, however this remains an ongoing investigation and more details may be released by authorities in the future.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When I hear that a young child was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle, as reported outside the Galleria on the morning of May 12th, it brings to mind just how many unanswered questions can surround these types of incidents. Details remain sparse—what led to the collision, who was involved, and the child's current condition are all unknown. In these early stages, speculation helps no one. What does help is asking the three foundational questions that guide a proper investigation: Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?

First, the question of whether authorities thoroughly investigated the scene is crucial. Accidents involving pedestrians, especially young children, demand an especially careful examination. This includes analyzing the layout of the area, assessing sightlines for drivers, and reviewing traffic patterns or any potential distractions. It’s also important to determine whether the location had any contributing hazards—blind corners, unclear signage, or design flaws that made an accident more likely. Not all investigative teams have the time or training to cover these elements in depth, particularly in non-fatal incidents. That’s why it’s essential to consider whether an independent review might be necessary to fill in any investigative gaps.

The next question—whether a vehicle defect may have played a role—is often skipped entirely, but it’s every bit as important. In a case involving a pedestrian, people tend to focus solely on the driver’s actions. But modern vehicles include various safety features designed to help drivers avoid precisely this kind of collision. If the vehicle was equipped with forward-collision warning, pedestrian detection, or automatic emergency braking, it’s worth asking: Did those systems function as intended? If not, was there a malfunction, a calibration issue, or a software failure? These are technical questions, but they can make a profound difference in understanding what went wrong and whether it could have been prevented.

Finally, we must consider whether all available electronic data has been collected. Even in cases that happen outside of busy public spaces like the Galleria, there’s often a wealth of data to help piece together the moments leading up to the crash. This could include dash cam footage, vehicle event data, or surveillance video from nearby businesses. In urban areas, these digital records are sometimes the most objective source of information about how a collision occurred. Yet they are frequently overlooked or lost as time passes.

In any case involving serious injuries—especially when a young child is hurt—it is our responsibility to ensure that these three questions are asked and answered. Not only do they guide us toward a fuller understanding of what happened, but they also help ensure that any preventable errors are identified and addressed. That’s the standard we owe to every family affected by a serious crash.