Harris County, TX — November 22, 2025, Jose Escobar-Ferix was killed in a pedestrian versus hit-and-run car accident at 11:45 p.m. along Addicks Satsuma Road.

According to authorities, 34-year-old Jose Ernesto Escobar-Ferix was on foot in the vicinity of the Addicks Satsuma Road and Duche Drive intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, Escobar-Ferix was struck by a northbound 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.

Escobar-Ferix reportedly sustained fatal injuries due to the collision. Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When someone is struck and killed by a vehicle that flees the scene, the list of questions quickly grows longer than the answers. It's not just a matter of locating the driver—it’s about making sure the investigation doesn’t overlook any lead that might point to how and why the incident happened.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?

When there’s no vehicle left behind, the quality of the initial response becomes even more important. Did officers recover any physical evidence like headlight fragments, paint chips, or skid marks? Was the area canvassed for surveillance cameras, traffic footage, or possible witnesses? In some jurisdictions, these steps are standard. In others, limited resources or training can lead to a rushed scene review, especially during late-night hours. Without methodical work at the outset, valuable clues can disappear within hours.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?

Even though the vehicle involved fled, that doesn’t rule out the relevance of mechanical issues. If, for example, the headlights failed or onboard detection systems didn’t engage, it could be a contributing factor. Once a suspect vehicle is located, investigators should check for prior repairs, ignored recalls, or signs of malfunction. Those details can help clarify what really occurred—not just from a legal standpoint, but also in understanding whether this was a preventable event.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?

Digital evidence is one of the most effective tools in hit-and-run cases. Intersection or business cameras might have captured the vehicle before or after impact. Cell tower records can place individuals in the area. And if the vehicle is found, modern systems may hold crash-related data—speed, braking, or steering input—that supports or challenges what a driver later claims. But these records don’t stay available forever, so acting quickly is key.

Getting to the bottom of a hit-and-run requires more than finding out who was behind the wheel. It calls for a full accounting of every factor involved, technical or human, so that the full scope of the incident is understood—not just assumed.

Key Takeaways:

• A rushed scene review can cost investigators the evidence they need.
• Mechanical defects in the vehicle could still help explain how the crash occurred.
• Phone, video, and vehicle data may be the difference in identifying what really happened.