Bexar County, TX — July 18, 2025, two people were injured due to a hit-and-run car accident at approximately 10:45 p.m. along Culebra Road.

According to authorities, a 32-year-old man was traveling in an eastbound Dodge Caravan minivan on Culebra Road in the vicinity of the NW 19th Street intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, a westbound Toyota 4Runner failed to appropriately control its speed. A collision consequently occurred between the Toyota, the Dodge, and an eastbound Ford F-150 pickup truck occupied by a 23-year-old man and an 18-year-old woman. The Toyota apparently overturned over the course of the accident.

The man who had been behind the wheel of the Toyota allegedly fled the scene, according to reports. The man from the minivan reportedly sustained serious injuries due to the wreck. The man from the pickup truck suffered minor injuries, as well, reports state.

Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identities of the victims—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a driver flees the scene of a crash that leaves others injured, it's not just a legal issue—it’s often a sign that deeper questions need answering. A multi-vehicle collision involving an overturned SUV and serious injuries is rarely the result of a simple mistake. Understanding what happened requires a full look at how—and why—the crash unfolded the way it did.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
In a case like this, the reconstruction of vehicle paths, speeds, and impact points becomes critical. Did investigators document where and how each vehicle was hit? Was there an effort to estimate the Toyota’s speed based on physical evidence at the scene? When a vehicle overturns, that typically signals a high-speed or high-force impact. If the investigation didn't involve a full scene analysis, it’s possible that key information about how the crash occurred—or who may ultimately be responsible—was missed.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
Even though the driver fled, the Toyota's role in the collision raises questions about whether the vehicle itself may have contributed. Could there have been a brake failure, steering issue, or malfunction that caused a loss of control? Did the SUV's suspension or stability system fail during a sharp maneuver, leading to the rollover? These kinds of mechanical problems may go unnoticed without a detailed inspection—assuming the vehicle is ever recovered.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
If the Toyota 4Runner is located, its event data recorder could offer vital clues: vehicle speed, braking input, steering activity, and even whether the driver attempted to avoid the crash. The same applies to the Dodge and Ford involved. Data from those vehicles could help reconstruct the sequence of impacts and show how much time any of the drivers had to react. Phone or GPS records might also provide context, particularly if distraction played a role. But this information is time-sensitive and needs to be preserved early.

Hit-and-run crashes are chaotic by nature, but that doesn't mean the facts can’t be uncovered. The real question is whether someone’s committed to digging deep enough to find them.

Takeaways:

• Multi-vehicle crashes involving a hit-and-run should be fully reconstructed to determine vehicle speeds and sequences of impact.
• Mechanical failures in the fleeing vehicle—like brake or steering problems—could have contributed and must be investigated.
• Vehicle data and phone records can clarify whether drivers reacted and how quickly the crash developed.