Harris County, TX — December 5, 2025, a pedestrian was injured due to a hit-and-run car accident at approximately 9:00 p.m. along John F Kennedy Boulevard.

According to authorities, a 64-year-old man was on foot in the vicinity south of the John F Kennedy Boulevard and Sandydale Lane intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the man was struck by a westbound Chevrolet Tahoe that was apparently attempting a left turn. The vehicle allegedly fled the scene, the 27-year-old man inside failing to stop and render aid of any sort to the victim.

The pedestrian reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident. The driver—who was apparently located—is facing charges of Failure to Stop and Render Aid.

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 driver strikes a pedestrian and leaves the scene, it’s more than just a criminal act—it’s a sign that the full story still hasn’t been told. Even when a suspect is found and charges are filed, the deeper questions about how and why the crash happened still need to be answered.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Once the driver was located, it became possible to reconstruct more than just the immediate aftermath. Did investigators analyze the vehicle’s line of sight during the turn? Did they assess how fast the Tahoe was moving or whether the driver had enough time to react? In nighttime pedestrian crashes, particularly those involving turning vehicles, small details about speed, visibility, and reaction time can make a big difference. If that kind of scene reconstruction wasn’t prioritized early, critical evidence may already be gone.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
Even though the driver fled, that doesn’t mean the vehicle itself didn’t contribute to the crash. A faulty headlight, malfunctioning steering, or compromised braking system could all reduce a driver’s ability to respond or even recognize a hazard in time. If the Chevrolet Tahoe wasn’t inspected after it was recovered, important mechanical clues could have been overlooked.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
The Tahoe’s onboard systems may contain a full picture of what happened—speed at the moment of impact, whether the brakes were applied, how sharply the wheel turned, and whether any forward collision or pedestrian warnings were triggered. That data, combined with GPS, phone usage, and infotainment logs, can help reconstruct the crash far beyond what witnesses can recall. But if no one retrieved that data soon after locating the vehicle, it may no longer be accessible.

In hit-and-run crashes, finding the driver is only the beginning. True accountability means digging into the mechanics, the technology, and the timeline—so that the facts can speak louder than speculation.

Key Takeaways:

• Serious hit-and-run crashes require more than charges—they demand full crash reconstruction.
• Vehicle systems should be inspected for mechanical or electronic failures that may have played a role.
• Digital data from the vehicle can clarify driver behavior and crash sequence—if preserved quickly.