Nashville, TN — June 29, 2025, One person was killed following a car accident that occurred at around 2:40 P.M. on Thompson Lane.

According to official statements, a Chevy Silverado operated by Jackson Hunter was traveling on Thompson Lane at a high rate of speed, when it drove through a red light at the Southlake Drive intersection and struck a Honda, ejecting Hunter.

When first responders arrived they found Hunter fatally injured and pronounced him deceased. One person in the Honda suffered a minor abrasion, and at this time authorities have not released an update on the status of the investigation which is ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a driver runs a red light at high speed and is ejected in the resulting crash, the assumption is often that reckless driving tells the whole story. But even in cases where fault appears clear, it’s still critical to examine every contributing factor—because crashes rarely come down to just one decision.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Even when a red light is reportedly ignored, a full scene reconstruction remains essential. Did investigators measure braking distance, review video of the intersection, and assess whether the driver attempted to avoid the impact? High-speed collisions often involve a sequence of choices and events, and unless those moments are carefully reviewed, key facts about timing and reaction can be lost.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect contributed to the crash?
When a vehicle fails to stop for a signal, it raises the question of whether the equipment functioned properly. Was there a brake system failure? Did the throttle stick? Did any warning systems activate? If the Silverado wasn't inspected, a potential mechanical problem might be wrongly written off as pure driver error. Especially with ejection involved, seat belt performance and airbag deployment should also be reviewed.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
The Silverado likely holds onboard data that can confirm speed, braking input, and steering activity. That data could show whether the driver attempted to stop or if the vehicle didn’t respond. Dash or traffic camera footage from the intersection could also provide crucial insight into the timing of the signal and the movement of both vehicles. Without this data, the full picture remains incomplete.

Crashes like this often look open and shut, but that doesn’t mean they are. The difference between a conclusion and the truth lies in how hard we’re willing to look for it.

Takeaways:

• Vehicle data and intersection footage are critical to confirming cause and response.

• Even red-light crashes need full reconstruction to understand driver behavior and timing.

• Brake or restraint system failures must be ruled out through inspection.