Silver Spring, MD — July 11, 2025, Two people were injured following a car accident that occurred around 5:00 A.M. on Georgia Avenue.

According to reports, a three vehicle crash occurred in the area of Georgia Avenue and Locust Place Road, resulting in significant damage, and entrapping one person, however the cause of the accident is currently unknown.

When first responders arrived on the scene they found two people had sustained serious injuries and transported them to the hospital for treatment. The identities of the injured motorists have not been released, and officials are investigating the cause of the accident.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

Multi-vehicle crashes don’t just raise questions—they multiply them. When more than one vehicle is involved and the cause isn’t clear, it becomes even more important to treat the scene like a puzzle where every piece matters.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
In a crash involving three vehicles and serious injuries, surface-level assessments won’t cut it. Did investigators determine the position and movement of each vehicle before impact? Were laser mapping or drone imaging tools used to capture the scene accurately? Without reconstructing the entire sequence of events, it’s difficult to say who did what—or why. Too often, limited time or experience leads to oversights in these complex situations, which can leave major questions unanswered.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
With multiple vehicles involved, it’s easy to focus only on driver behavior. But what if a brake failure caused a delayed stop, or a sensor misread contributed to an unexpected swerve? Each vehicle should be inspected independently to rule out mechanical or electronic issues. When no cause has been confirmed, it’s essential to leave room for the possibility that one of the vehicles didn’t perform the way it was supposed to.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Data from vehicle systems can clarify what happened in the final moments—how fast the cars were going, whether brakes were applied, or if any driver-assist features were active. Phones and GPS devices could also add useful details about driver behavior or distractions. If this kind of digital evidence hasn’t been pulled and reviewed, investigators might be missing the most precise account of what actually happened.

When a crash leaves behind this much damage and uncertainty, the answers won’t be found in guesses or quick conclusions. Only a full investigation—mechanical, digital, and physical—can give a complete picture of how events unfolded.

Takeaways:

• Three-vehicle crashes require full scene reconstruction to determine responsibility.
• Vehicle malfunctions should be ruled out, not assumed away.
• Electronic data offers crucial insight into pre-crash actions and conditions.