Montague County, TX — December 30, 2025, Katie Moore was killed in a single-car accident at about 3:15 p.m. on F.M. 455 near Forestburg.

Authorities said a vehicle overturned after it left the road and overcorrected.

Driver Katie Moore, 28, died in the crash, according to authorities.

Four children under 4 who were riding with her were hospitalized with minor injuries after the crash, authorities said.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Montague County crash at this time.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a crash results in a fatality and injuries to young passengers, understanding what happened becomes a matter of careful examination. Surface-level explanations often don’t tell the full story, and critical details can be missed if no one asks the right questions.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Single-vehicle rollovers often get written off quickly, especially when terms like “overcorrection” are used. But identifying what led to that movement requires more than observation; it takes a structured analysis. Did investigators map the crash scene, collect data on the vehicle’s path and examine whether the driver’s behavior in the moments before the crash made sense? The level of training and tools available to local departments can vary widely, and that affects how thoroughly these questions are answered. Without a detailed reconstruction, key factors might stay unknown.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Overcorrection is a response, not a root cause. Mechanical issues — such as faulty steering components, brake malfunctions or unexpected tire failures — can all cause a vehicle to veer off course. Was the vehicle inspected after the crash to rule out these possibilities? If not, there’s a risk that the true cause could be overlooked, especially when physical clues aren’t obvious.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Today’s vehicles often record data that can clarify what happened in the moments leading up to a crash. Was there any braking? Was the steering wheel turned sharply or suddenly? Was speed consistent with the road conditions? These are questions that electronic control modules can help answer. In addition, location tracking, phone use data and even footage from traffic cameras can support or challenge initial assumptions, if anyone retrieves them.

As with many incidents, the first version of the story is rarely the complete one. A more thorough look at the mechanics, the data and the investigative process itself is often what’s needed to get closer to the full picture.

Key Takeaways:

• Thorough crash investigations should include scene mapping and behavior analysis, not just surface conclusions.
• Mechanical issues like steering or brake failure may not be obvious but can play a role in single-vehicle crashes.
• Vehicle and phone data can offer critical insight and should be reviewed whenever possible.