Bigfoot, TX — December 6, 2025, Ethan Martinez was injured due to a single-car accident at approximately 11:15 p.m. along County Road 7711.

According to authorities, 20-year-old Ethan Martinez was traveling in a southeast bound Ford Expedition on C.R. 7711 in the vicinity west of the C.R. 7866 intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the Expedition was involved in a single-vehicle collision in which it apparently struck a fence.

Martinez reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident. Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

Late-night crashes on quiet rural roads can leave more questions than answers—especially when they involve just one vehicle. When someone is seriously hurt, the real cause of the crash often comes down to what was investigated early on—and what wasn’t.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
A crash that ends with a vehicle hitting a fence might seem simple on the surface, but real answers come from a deeper look. Did the investigators map out the path the Expedition took? Did they examine any tire marks, roadway debris, or evidence of evasive action? In many overnight crashes, especially in remote areas, the investigation may be limited to basic documentation. That’s a missed opportunity to uncover what truly happened.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
It’s not uncommon for a mechanical issue to cause or worsen a single-vehicle crash. Steering components, brakes, or suspension systems—especially in a large SUV like a Ford Expedition—can fail without warning. If no one inspected the vehicle closely for signs of failure or malfunction, a serious defect might go unnoticed and unreported.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Modern vehicles can reveal a lot through onboard data. Speed, steering input, throttle position, and brake use are all recorded in the moments leading up to a crash. That kind of information could confirm whether the driver tried to regain control—or whether something else went wrong. GPS, phone use, and navigation history might also shed light on the driver’s focus or actions before the crash. But if that data wasn’t secured early, it may already be lost.

Single-vehicle crashes often fade from public view after the initial headlines, but for those involved, the questions only grow. That’s why asking the right ones—and demanding complete answers—matters from the start.

Key Takeaways:

• Overnight crashes need more than a quick report—they need full scene analysis.
• Mechanical problems in large vehicles can lead to serious, often-overlooked hazards.
• Onboard vehicle and phone data can clarify what happened—if collected in time.