Bexar County, TX — January 30, 2026, a man was injured due to a motorcycle accident at approximately 8:00 p.m. along Myrtle Trail.

According to authorities, a 60-year-old man was traveling on a northbound Suzuki motorcycle on Myrtle Trail in the vicinity south of the Longing Trail intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the motorcycle was involved in a collision with a parked and unoccupied Honda Accord. The man reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident.

Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity of the victim—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When a motorcycle strikes a parked vehicle, the explanation can sound straightforward. But contact with a stationary car is not the cause. It is the final point in a chain of events that needs careful examination.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
A motorcycle collision with a parked vehicle requires detailed reconstruction. Investigators should examine speed, lane position, steering input, and braking activity in the seconds before impact. That includes documenting skid marks, measuring distances, and analyzing whether the rider attempted to correct course. Motorcycle dynamics are different from passenger vehicles, and not every officer has advanced training in reconstructing them. The key question is whether enough time and expertise were devoted to understanding why the motorcycle left its intended path.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
When a motorcycle drifts or fails to avoid a stationary object, mechanical failure must be considered. Brake problems, throttle issues, steering defects, or tire failures can quickly lead to loss of control. These issues are not always obvious after a crash and can be overlooked without a careful inspection of the motorcycle. Ruling out a hidden defect is an essential part of a complete investigation.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Many modern motorcycles store electronic data that can show speed, throttle position, and braking activity before impact. If equipped, traction control or stability system data may also be available. Phone records and GPS history can help establish timing and rider activity. If this information is not preserved quickly, it may be lost, leaving important questions unanswered.

When serious injuries occur and the cause seems simple, surface explanations are not enough. Clear answers depend on whether investigators examined every available source of evidence and fully reconstructed the events leading up to the crash.

Key takeaways:

• Striking a parked vehicle is a result, not the root cause.
• Mechanical failures can quickly lead to motorcycle loss of control.
• Electronic data can clarify what happened before impact.