Corpus Christi, TX — December 28, 2025, Edher Dominguez Benoso was injured in a single-vehicle accident at about 2:30 a.m. on Paul Jones Avenue.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2021 Nissan Rogue was heading southwest near Moffett Drive when it left the road and crashed into a utility pole.

Driver Edher Dominguez Benoso, 33, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

Serious crashes have a way of stopping everything in its tracks. In the quiet that follows, there’s often an assumption that what happened is obvious. But when you look closer, the real story is not always clear from the surface.

When I review a case like this, three questions always come to mind.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? It’s one thing to note that a vehicle left the roadway and struck a fixed object. It’s another to dig into how and why that happened. A thorough investigation should include more than photographs and a basic report. Officers can use laser mapping to document the scene, measure tire marks and chart the vehicle’s path. They can also examine the vehicle for signs of steering input, braking or sudden maneuvers before impact.

Just as important is looking into the driver’s actions in the moments leading up to the crash. Was there evidence of evasive movement? Was speed estimated using physical data or just visual assumptions? Not every responding officer has the same level of crash reconstruction training. Some have advanced skills and tools at their disposal, while others may only conduct a standard review. In more serious collisions, the depth of that work can make a real difference in understanding what truly occurred.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? In a single-vehicle collision, people often assume driver error. But modern vehicles are complex machines. A brake system failure, steering malfunction, electronic throttle issue or sensor problem can all lead to a sudden loss of control.

Mechanical inspections matter, especially when the cause is not obvious from the outside. A detailed inspection of the braking system, steering components, suspension and onboard warning systems can uncover problems that would never show up in a routine visual check. If the vehicle isn’t preserved and examined carefully, that opportunity can be lost.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Most newer vehicles store data that can show speed, throttle position, braking and seatbelt use in the seconds before a crash. That information can confirm whether the driver attempted to slow down or steer away before impact.

Beyond the vehicle itself, cell phone records, GPS history and nearby camera footage can provide important context. These sources often fill in gaps that physical evidence alone cannot explain. The key is acting quickly, because some of that data can disappear if it’s not preserved in time.

Crashes like this deserve more than a surface-level explanation. When serious injuries occur, it’s worth asking whether every reasonable step was taken to understand the cause. Careful investigation, mechanical review and electronic data analysis are not extras; they are often the only way to uncover the full picture.

Key takeaways:

• A basic accident report may not answer how or why a vehicle left its path.
• Mechanical problems can play a role in single-vehicle crashes and should be ruled out.
• Electronic data from the vehicle and other sources can clarify what happened in the final seconds.