San Antonio, TX — May 17, 2025, David Macias was killed in a single-vehicle accident at about 5:30 a.m. on Eastwood Drive near Kenmar Drive.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 was headed north on Eastwood Drive when it veered off the road and hit a tree and a telephone pole.

Driver David Marcus Macias, 19, died in the crash, according to the report.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Bexar County crash.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

Those affected by a crash like this almost always find themselves looking for answers. While it may seem like a single-vehicle accident speaks for itself, in my experience, that’s rarely the case. Vehicles don’t just leave the road for no reason. That’s why it’s so important to ask some deeper questions, ones that go beyond the initial police report.

First, did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? It’s one thing to document the aftermath, but it’s another to truly understand what led up to the moment of impact. At 5:30 a.m., visibility can still be low, and if road conditions were poor or signage was inadequate, those factors matter. Investigators should be looking at tire marks, possible mechanical failures and whether the layout of the road could have played a role. Too often, investigations stop short of asking why a vehicle left the roadway, focusing only on what happened once it did.

Next, has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? With a vehicle as old as a 2001 Dodge Ram 1500, mechanical wear and tear is a real concern. Something like a steering failure or a stuck throttle could easily cause a driver to lose control. These aren't just hypotheticals; they're well-documented risks in older vehicles. If no one has inspected the vehicle for signs of a defect or recalled part failure, then a big piece of the puzzle could be missing. It's not enough to assume the driver made a mistake; we have to ask whether the vehicle gave him a fair chance to avoid this outcome.

Finally, has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Even in older vehicles, some data might still be available, especially if aftermarket diagnostic tools or insurance tracking devices were in use. More importantly, surrounding businesses or residences might have surveillance footage that caught the moments before the crash. That kind of data can provide insight into speed, trajectory and even potential distractions. Without it, we're left guessing.

When all three of these questions go unasked, the story that gets told is incomplete. And when the full story isn't known, it becomes that much harder for those affected to understand what really happened, or to prevent it from happening again. Asking these questions isn't just about pointing fingers; it’s about making sense of senseless events.

Key Takeaways:

• Crash scenes need more than surface-level investigation to uncover root causes.
• Older vehicles may have hidden defects that go unnoticed unless specifically examined.
• Electronic and video data can be critical in understanding what happened before the crash.