Bay City, TX — September 4, 2025, a motorcyclist was injured in a car accident at about 4:45 a.m. in the 4200 block of State Highway 35/7th Street.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2023 Dodge Ram 1500 was trying to turn left when it collided with a 1996 Suzuki motorcycle just west of Sargent Drive/Hibbard Drive.

The motorcyclist, a 32-year-old man, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report. His name has not been made public yet.

The Dodge driver was not injured, the report states.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

In the early morning quiet, a crash like this pulls the world into sharp focus, reminding us how a single moment can ripple through so many lives. When a motorcycle is involved, the consequences often speak louder than the causes. That makes it even more important to step back and ask the right questions about what really happened.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Accidents at that hour often mean reduced visibility, limited eyewitnesses and fewer patrols. That puts extra pressure on investigators to get it right the first time. Did they laser-map the scene? Did they reconstruct the paths of both vehicles or look closely at whether the truck’s turn was timed or signaled properly? These aren't just details. They're the difference between understanding what went wrong and walking away with a guess. Officers in smaller jurisdictions may do their best, but not all have the advanced training to fully unpack a collision involving a turning vehicle and a vulnerable road user.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? The motorcycle in question is nearly three decades old. That raises questions: were the brakes in proper shape? Was there any issue with the steering, throttle or lighting? On the other side, the Dodge Ram is a newer vehicle loaded with electronic systems that are supposed to help prevent collisions. Did anything malfunction in that split second? Without a full mechanical inspection, we may never know if either vehicle was silently working against its driver.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? This crash happened at a time when traffic is light, but that doesn't mean digital evidence is scarce. The Ram likely holds onboard data that could show braking, speed and steering inputs. There may also be phone records or GPS logs that offer clues about driver focus or distraction. And while it's unclear if cameras were nearby, even one traffic feed could help piece together who was where and when.

Asking questions like these isn’t about pointing fingers. It’s about making sure we understand the full picture. A serious crash deserves more than a surface-level summary; it calls for a deeper dive, especially when one person walks away and another doesn't.

Key Takeaways:

• Investigators need advanced tools and training to fully understand early-morning collisions.
• Older motorcycles and newer trucks should both be inspected for potential mechanical issues.
• Electronic data from the truck and phones may offer key insights into how and why the crash happened.