Harris County, TX — October 31, 2025, one person was injured due to a hit-and-run car accident at about 11:45 p.m. along East Loop 610.

According to authorities, a 28-year-old man was traveling in a southbound Ford Expedition on East Loop 610 in the vicinity of Flagship Drive when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, a southbound vehicle of unknown make or model failed to appropriately control its speed. A collision consequently occurred between the front-end of the unknown vehicle and the rear-end of the Expedition.

Reports state that the Expedition overturned over the course of the accident. The man who had been behind the wheel of the Ford reportedly sustained serious injuries due to the wreck.

The unknown vehicle allegedly fled the scene, the person(s) inside failing to stop and render aid of any sort to the victim.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When someone is seriously hurt and the other driver flees, it’s not just a matter of accountability—it’s a matter of uncovering exactly how and why the crash occurred. Hit-and-run cases often focus on locating the driver, but that shouldn't come at the expense of a full crash investigation.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
With the striking vehicle gone, physical evidence becomes even more important. Did investigators document the point of impact, gather debris samples, or analyze tire marks to estimate speed? Did they examine whether the Expedition rolled because of the force of the impact or due to a loss of control afterward? These are the kinds of steps that can help confirm how the crash unfolded, even without the fleeing driver’s version of events.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
When a vehicle rolls over, it raises questions about structural integrity and stability—especially for SUVs like the Expedition. Did something fail in the suspension or steering after the impact? Could a tire blowout or other mechanical issue have made the situation worse? These kinds of factors can’t be ruled out unless the vehicle is inspected thoroughly post-crash.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
The Expedition likely captured key crash data: speed, braking, steering angle, and even rollover timing. That information can help confirm the sequence of events and show whether the driver tried to avoid the impact or control the vehicle afterward. Investigators should also be reviewing traffic cameras, nearby business surveillance, and any license plate recognition systems that might help identify the fleeing vehicle. Time is critical—both for the evidence and for any accountability that might follow.

When the responsible party disappears, it puts even more pressure on investigators to chase every available clue. A person was seriously hurt, and the truth doesn’t come by waiting—it comes by digging.

Takeaways:

• Hit-and-run rollover crashes need detailed scene analysis and vehicle inspection.
• Mechanical failures in the victim’s SUV may have contributed to the severity of the crash.
• Vehicle data and surveillance footage are critical to both understanding the crash and identifying the other driver.