Dallas, TX — August 9, 2025, one person was killed in a car accident at about 9:30 p.m. on the frontage road for U.S. Route 175/C.F. Hawn Freeway.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2008 Buick LaCrosse was heading north on State Highway 310 when it collided with a westbound 2016 Lexus RC. A southbound 2009 Nissan Maxima also was damaged in the crash.

The Buick driver, a 60-year-old man, died from injuries suffered in the crash, according to the report. His name has not been made public yet.

The Lexus driver, a 44-year-old woman, suffered minor injuries in the crash, the report states.

The Nissan driver and a child riding with her were not hurt, according to the report.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

In the wake of any fatal crash, it's natural to want fast answers. But getting to the truth often means asking deeper questions, especially when a life has been lost. Not every serious wreck leaves behind clear clues, and that’s exactly why a thorough investigation is so critical.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? With three vehicles involved, including one fatality, this should have triggered a robust and technical investigation. That means more than just diagramming the scene or taking witness statements. It calls for precise measurements, reconstruction of vehicle paths and a deep dive into driver behavior prior to impact. But it's not unusual for overworked or undertrained officers to rely on surface-level assessments, even when complex dynamics are at play. When reports don’t mention advanced methods like 3D mapping or in-depth trajectory analysis, it raises the question of whether enough was done to uncover how things unfolded.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? At least one vehicle was severely damaged, and possibly more. In that kind of wreck, critical systems — like brakes, steering or onboard sensors — could have failed without leaving obvious signs. A proper investigation would involve inspecting the mechanical condition of all involved cars, especially the oldest among them. When investigators don’t dig into whether a malfunction played a role, they risk missing the real cause and that leaves unanswered questions not just for those involved, but for everyone sharing the road.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? This crash happened on a major roadway at night, likely within range of traffic cameras or nearby surveillance. Vehicle data from onboard systems — like speed, braking and steering input — can often show what decisions drivers made in the moments before impact. If any of the cars had infotainment systems or apps connected via Bluetooth, those could hold clues as well. Unfortunately, electronic evidence is often ignored unless someone knows to demand it.

When an accident turns deadly, the basic facts aren’t always enough. Families and communities deserve to know not just what happened, but why, and whether something could have been done to prevent it. That truth starts with asking the right questions, and refusing to accept easy answers.

Key Takeaways:

• It’s unclear if crash scene investigators used advanced tools to fully understand what happened.
• Vehicle defects, especially in older cars, should always be considered in serious wrecks.
• Electronic records from vehicles and traffic cameras could hold missing pieces of the story.