Springtown, TX — January 18, 2026, Lisa Garvin and two others were injured due to a single-car accident shortly after 7:45 p.m. along County Road 3672.

According to authorities, three people—a 56-year-old man, 56-year-old Lisa Garvin, and a 15-year-old boy—were traveling in a northeast bound GMC Sierra pickup truck on C.R. 3672 in the vicinity north of the Wild Oak Hill Drive intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the pickup truck was involved in a single-vehicle collision in which it apparently struck a tree.

Garvin reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident. The other to occupants of the pickup suffered minor injuries, as well, according to reports.

Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After a serious single-vehicle crash, early explanations often feel incomplete. When there are no other drivers involved, the real questions tend to focus on what went wrong inside the vehicle and what evidence was examined to explain the loss of control.

Was the crash thoroughly investigated?
In a single-vehicle incident, investigators should look well beyond where the vehicle came to rest. That includes reconstructing the truck’s path, reviewing speed changes, and examining driver actions in the moments before the impact. Measuring tire marks, analyzing vehicle damage, and determining how long the vehicle traveled off course all help build a clearer picture. The depth of this work can vary depending on an officer’s training and available resources. In crashes involving serious injury, a surface-level review may miss key details that explain why the event occurred.

Has anyone looked into a possible vehicle defect?
When a vehicle leaves the roadway and strikes a fixed object, mechanical failure must be considered. Steering problems, brake issues, tire failures, or throttle malfunctions can all play a role without leaving obvious signs at the scene. Pickup trucks also rely on stability and traction systems that may not function as expected if something goes wrong. A full mechanical inspection can help determine whether the vehicle responded properly to driver input or failed when it mattered most.

Was all available electronic data collected?
Modern trucks store important information that can help explain a crash. Event data recorders can show speed, braking, seatbelt use, and steering input just before impact. Phone data may help clarify whether distraction played a role, and GPS information can confirm timing and movement. This data does not last forever. If it is not preserved early, it can be overwritten, leaving gaps that cannot be filled later.

When a single-vehicle crash leaves people seriously hurt, careful review matters. Thorough investigation, mechanical inspection, and electronic data collection help replace guesswork with facts and provide a clearer understanding of how the incident unfolded.

Key Takeaways:

• Single-vehicle crashes still require detailed reconstruction.
• Mechanical problems are not always visible at the scene.
• Electronic data can explain driver actions before impact.