Nathan Ferguson Injured in Car Accident near Cooper, TX

Delta County, TX — November 3, 2025, Nathan Ferguson was injured in a car accident at about 10 a.m. on F.M. 128 north of Cooper.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a southbound 2018 Chevrolet Silverado C2500 collided with a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado, knocking it into a fence.

The driver of the older Silverado, 30-year-old Nathan Ferguson, was seriously injured in the crash south of DC Rod 4420, according to the report.

The other driver, who also suffered serious injuries, was cited for speeding after the crash, the report states.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After any major crash, especially one that leaves people seriously hurt, it’s natural to wonder if everything that could have been done to prevent it truly was. These incidents often raise important questions about how deeply we dig into the “why” behind a wreck, not just the “what.”

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Speed was clearly a factor, and it’s good that authorities cited it, but that alone doesn’t tell the whole story. Serious crashes deserve more than just a surface review. Did investigators laser-map the scene to capture precise vehicle paths? Did they reconstruct impact points or examine how far the vehicles traveled after the collision? Those details can paint a fuller picture of each driver’s actions and decision-making leading up to the wreck. Unfortunately, some departments lack the time, training or equipment to dig that deep, even when the injuries are significant.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? With both vehicles being Silverados, it’s worth asking whether something in either truck’s mechanical systems failed. Could a brake system have malfunctioned? Was there an issue with steering or suspension? Crashes involving impact and redirection into fences suggest forceful contact, something that should prompt a close inspection under the hood. Unless someone takes the time to inspect for worn parts, faulty sensors or electronic glitches, the risk is that key contributing factors get missed.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? These trucks likely carry onboard systems that record vital driving data about speed, braking and throttle input, all of which can confirm or challenge assumptions about what each driver did in those final seconds. Add in possible phone use, GPS activity or footage from nearby dashcams or traffic cameras, and there’s a lot of digital evidence that could speak up where people can’t. But gathering and analyzing that data takes initiative, and not every crash investigation follows through.

When serious harm is done, we can’t afford to stop at obvious answers. Asking tougher questions might not change what’s already happened, but it can change how we hold people accountable, and maybe prevent the next one.

Key Takeaways:

• Surface-level investigations often miss important crash factors.
• Mechanical inspections are key when vehicle issues could be involved.
• Electronic driving data helps verify the true sequence of events.