Dallas, TX — December 7, 2025, Kiley Castillo was injured in a car accident at about 9:15 p.m. on Interstate 30/Tom Landry Freeway.

A preliminary accident report indicates that an eastbound 2015 Jeep Cherokee collided with a 2023 Kia Soul as traffic was slowing near North Westmoreland Road.

A passenger in the Kia, 22-year-old Kiley Castillo, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report. Two other woman and a baby in the car suffered unknown injuries, while the driver was unhurt.

The Jeep driver was not injured, the report states.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After a serious highway crash, it's natural to wonder what really happened in those critical seconds before impact. Injuries can turn lives upside down, and yet the underlying causes are often left unanswered unless someone pushes for a deeper look.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? When multiple people are hurt in a busy freeway collision, it’s essential that investigators go beyond a surface-level review. That means documenting the scene with precision, using tools like laser mapping, and working to understand how each vehicle moved in the moments leading up to the crash. Did anyone look into whether traffic was slowing gradually or suddenly? Was the driver of the Jeep distracted or following too closely? These are key questions, but answering them takes more than a quick glance at skid marks or vehicle damage. It requires time, training and the right equipment, resources that not every crash scene receives.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? It’s easy to assume every collision is the result of driver error, but that assumption can overlook critical mechanical issues. In this case, did anyone inspect the Jeep or Kia for problems with the brakes, sensors or steering? A sudden failure in either vehicle could explain why the crash happened the way it did, especially if traffic ahead was slowing and one car didn’t respond in time. These problems may not be obvious at the scene, which is why formal inspections matter.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Both vehicles involved may have held valuable digital evidence, like speed, braking and steering data from onboard systems. That kind of information can confirm whether either driver tried to avoid the crash or saw it coming too late. Additionally, nearby traffic cameras or GPS data from cell phones might show how traffic was flowing or whether a distraction played a role. Without reviewing this evidence, important pieces of the puzzle remain missing.

When a crash sends someone to the hospital, surface-level answers aren't good enough. The real story — what led up to the collision and whether it could’ve been prevented — often lies in the questions no one thought to ask.

Key Takeaways:

• Not all crash investigations include detailed analysis or scene reconstruction.
• Mechanical failures can cause crashes even when vehicles look fine on the outside.
• Electronic data from cars and phones can reveal what really happened before impact.