Potosi, TX — July 11, 2025, one person was injured in a motorcycle accident at about 3 a.m. on Pollard Road/County Road 115.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2003 Kawasaki KVF360 motorcycle was heading north on a private road when it collided with a 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe at Pollard Road.

The rider, a 38-year-old man whose name has not been made public, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After a serious collision, people naturally want quick answers about how it happened. But getting the real story often takes more than just a glance at the crash scene. It takes asking the right questions and digging into the details that aren’t obvious.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? At this hour of the night, it’s possible there were fewer resources on hand when the scene was processed. That makes it even more important to know if investigators did a full-scale reconstruction, things like measuring distances, mapping the positions of each vehicle and determining the riders’ and driver’s paths leading up to impact. Not all officers receive the same level of crash investigation training, so a thorough review depends on whether the right specialists were called in.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Motorcycles and SUVs both have mechanical systems that can fail unexpectedly. A stuck throttle, brake malfunction or steering issue could make it hard for either operator to avoid a collision. Without a hands-on inspection, these possibilities remain hidden. It’s worth knowing if both vehicles were secured and examined before repairs or insurance handling erased potential evidence.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? While a 2003 motorcycle may not store electronic data, the 2023 SUV likely has a crash data recorder, GPS logs and possibly driver-assist alerts that could shed light on speed, braking and steering inputs. Any nearby security or traffic cameras could also reveal the final moments before impact. If this information isn’t gathered promptly, it can be lost forever.

Asking deeper questions is not about pointing fingers; it’s about making sure no critical piece of the puzzle is left out. The truth often hides in the small details, and finding those can make all the difference in understanding what really happened.

Key takeaways:

• A complete crash scene review should include precise mapping and analysis, not just photographs.
• Mechanical inspections can uncover hidden defects that change the understanding of a collision.
• Electronic records from newer vehicles can reveal what happened in the moments before a crash.