Toledo, OH — April 3, 2025, Ten people were injured following a car accident that occurred at around 1:30 A.M. on I-75.

An investigation is underway following  a car accident that left ten people injured during the early-morning hours of April 3rd. According to official reports, a vehicle with ten occupants was traveling in the northbound lanes of I-75 near I-280, when the vehicle drove through a puddle of water that had accumulated from rain, and this caused the vehicle to hydroplane and roll over.

When first responders arrived on the scene, they found that all the occupants had sustained injuries and they were transported to the hospital. At this time there has been no further information released about the accident, including the identity and status of those involved. However this remains an ongoing investigation and more details may be released in the future.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a single-vehicle rollover results in injuries to ten people, the first impulse is often to attribute the crash to poor weather or driver error. In this case, initial reports suggest that the vehicle hydroplaned after driving through a puddle on I-75 near I-280. But while surface-level explanations may seem sufficient, the reality is that serious crashes rarely have just one cause. To uncover the full picture, there are three key questions that must be addressed.

First, did the authorities conduct a thorough investigation? Crashes involving a high number of occupants and a rollover event call for a detailed reconstruction. Investigators should assess the road’s drainage conditions, the vehicle’s path, and the point of loss of control. Was the puddle avoidable? Were warning signs posted? What speed was the vehicle traveling? These are critical questions that require methodical documentation and analysis. However, agencies vary in terms of training and resources, and not all investigations go as deep as they should—particularly in cases that initially appear weather-related.

Second, has anyone considered whether a vehicle defect may have contributed to the crash? While hydroplaning is a known hazard, especially during rainy conditions, not every vehicle responds the same way when traction is compromised. A defect in the vehicle’s tires, suspension, or stability control system could amplify the loss of control. With ten people reportedly inside, vehicle load and weight distribution also come into play—particularly if the vehicle was not designed to carry that many occupants. These are technical questions that require preserving the vehicle and conducting a detailed mechanical and forensic inspection. Once the vehicle is released or scrapped, that opportunity may be gone.

Third, has all electronic data from the crash been collected? The vehicle likely contains an engine control module (ECM), commonly referred to as the vehicle’s “black box,” which could provide valuable insight into what happened just before the crash. Data on speed, throttle position, braking, and steering input could help determine whether the driver was responding appropriately to the road conditions, or if the vehicle behaved unexpectedly. Additionally, cell phone data and any nearby surveillance footage could offer further context. But time is a factor—electronic evidence is vulnerable to being lost if not promptly secured.

Ultimately, a rollover involving ten injured people deserves more than a surface-level explanation. Weather may have played a role, but that alone doesn't answer all the critical questions. By pursuing a comprehensive investigation that includes scene analysis, a review of potential mechanical issues, and preservation of electronic data, we move closer to understanding not just what happened—but why it happened. And that’s what those injured in this crash deserve.