Dallas, TX — May 31, 2024, Ginger Couch was killed and another person was injured in a car accident at about 2:40 p.m. in the 3500 block of North Buckner Boulevard.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2003 Dodge Ram 2500 was towing another vehicle when it crashed into a 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350 that was going east on Chenault Street. The impact forced the Mercedes to spin around and hit a northbound 2011 Acura MDX that was stopped at the intersection.

Mercedes driver Ginger Crouch, 54, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, according to the report, while her passenger, a 67-year-old woman, was seriously injured.

The Dodge driver suffered possible injuries, according to the report. He told investigators his vision was blurry so he did not realize the traffic light was out due to a power outage.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When lives are lost in a crash, the aftermath always leaves more questions than answers. Families, communities and even professionals can find themselves grappling with how something so catastrophic unfolded in a matter of seconds. Moments like these demand more than surface-level explanations. They call for real answers.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? When a multi-vehicle crash happens in the middle of the afternoon, it’s easy to assume investigators had a clear view of the scene. But clear weather and daylight don’t guarantee a thorough investigation. In this case, the chain reaction of vehicles raises real questions about the depth of analysis. Did authorities reconstruct each vehicle’s path? Did they account for sight lines, timing sequences and the driver's actions leading up to the crash? Not all departments are equipped with advanced tools like laser scanners or have crash reconstructionists on call. That kind of analysis matters, especially when the first explanations rely on vague claims like “blurry vision.”

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? A truck towing another vehicle adds a layer of complexity that can’t be ignored. Did the towing setup meet proper safety standards? Was the braking system on the Dodge Ram fully operational, especially considering the extra weight it was pulling? And what about the “blurry vision” the driver described? While that might suggest a personal health issue, it’s worth asking whether anything inside the vehicle — like malfunctioning sensors, power steering failure or cabin air quality — could have played a role. When mechanical systems fail, they often leave no visible signs at the scene. That’s why prompt inspections by independent experts are critical.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Today’s vehicles, particularly the newer ones, are often rolling data centers. The Mercedes and Acura likely contain electronic modules that record speed, braking and steering inputs. Cell phone records might also clarify whether distractions played a part. If traffic cameras or nearby business surveillance captured the intersection, those clips could help fill in any blanks about signal status and vehicle movement. But without a clear effort to gather that data quickly, those clues can disappear.

Accidents like this deserve more than generic answers or assumed causes. Only by asking tougher questions can we begin to piece together the full picture of what really happened and why it matters going forward.

Key Takeaways:

• Police reports are only the beginning. Serious crashes need deeper follow-up.
• Towing setups and vehicle systems should be closely inspected after a crash.
• Vehicle and phone data may hold the key to understanding what really happened.