Cameron County, TX — September 5, 2025, a man was injured in a pedestrian versus hit-and-run car accident shortly before 10:00 p.m. along McDavitt Boulevard.

According to authorities, a 54-year-old man was in foot in the vicinity of the McDavitt Boulevard and Lincoln Street intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the man was struck by a northeast bound vehicle of unknown make or model. The vehicle allegedly fled the scene, the person(s) inside failing to stop and render aid of any sort to the victim. The man reportedly sustained serious injuries as a result of the collision. 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 on foot is seriously hurt in a hit-and-run, most of the attention understandably focuses on finding the driver. But even if that person is located, there are still important questions that need to be answered about how the crash actually happened. A full investigation should never stop at just identifying who was behind the wheel.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
In cases like this, it’s crucial that investigators don’t treat the scene as an afterthought just because the vehicle fled. Did they document where the pedestrian was hit, estimate the vehicle’s speed, and examine lighting or line-of-sight factors based on the crash dynamics—not just assumptions? It’s easy to let the hit-and-run angle dominate, but understanding the full mechanics of the incident requires a detailed scene review, which some agencies may not always have the training or time to conduct.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
Even if a driver fled, that doesn’t rule out the chance that something went wrong with the vehicle itself. A brake failure, stuck accelerator, or lighting malfunction could all lead to a crash and even influence the driver’s decision to run. But if the vehicle is found and no one inspects it thoroughly, those issues might never come to light—especially if the damage appears minor on the outside.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Even without knowing what kind of car was involved yet, it’s still worth considering what digital evidence might exist. Surveillance cameras in the area, phone records, or even smart devices could provide leads or help verify how events unfolded. And if the vehicle is eventually recovered, its onboard systems may still contain data on speed, braking, or evasive actions. But this information fades fast—and if it’s not collected quickly, it may be lost for good.

Hit-and-run cases leave a lot of unknowns, but that’s exactly why deeper questions matter. When someone’s seriously hurt and the other party disappears, a complete investigation is the only path to real answers.

Takeaways:

• A thorough crash scene review is essential even when the vehicle flees.
• Vehicle defects may play a hidden role in hit-and-run incidents.
• Surveillance and onboard data can offer crucial evidence—if collected in time.