Denton, TX — November 13, 2025, one person was killed in a single-vehicle accident at about 8:15 p.m. in the 3400 block of North Masch Branch Road.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2020 GMC Terrain was heading west when it veered of the road and crashed into a tree. The SUV caught fire after the crash.

The GMC driver, a 16-year-old boy, died from injuries suffered in the crash, according to the report.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Denton County crash at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After a serious accident, there’s often a rush to make sense of what happened. But real understanding doesn't come from quick assumptions; it comes from asking the right questions, especially when the details are few and the consequences are severe.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? When a vehicle leaves the roadway and strikes a fixed object, the cause can sometimes seem obvious. But deeper questions should be asked. Did investigators use laser mapping tools to reconstruct the SUV’s final path? Was the driver’s behavior in the minutes before the crash reviewed: phone use, speed or possible fatigue? It’s critical that investigators treat even single-vehicle incidents with the same thoroughness as more complex crashes, particularly when someone has lost their life.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? When a vehicle suddenly veers off the road, it raises the question of whether the driver lost control or the vehicle did. The 2020 GMC Terrain should be inspected for any signs of brake failure, steering malfunctions or electronic system errors. Fire after impact can sometimes destroy evidence, but it also might signal an underlying mechanical issue. Without a full mechanical evaluation, there's no way to know whether a defect played a role.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern SUVs often store detailed driving data: speed, braking and even steering input. That data can clarify what the vehicle was doing in the moments before the crash. Investigators should also review phone records and any available GPS or traffic camera footage. These tools often reveal factors that physical evidence alone can’t explain.

When someone loses their life in a crash, the most important thing we can do is ask hard questions and refuse to settle for easy answers. That’s the only way to honor the truth and prevent similar tragedies.

Key Takeaways:

• Even single-car crashes deserve full-scale investigation.
• Mechanical issues can’t be ruled out without a deep inspection.
• Vehicle data and phone records often hold key details.