McAllen, TX — July 6, 2025, Raymundo Ramirez was injured in a car accident just before midnight in the 7200 block of North 23rd Street/F.M. 1926.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a southbound 2025 Ford Ranger collided with a 2014 Cadillac SRX that was going west on Trenton Road, causing the SUV to roll over.

Cadillac driver Raymundo Ramirez, 39 was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

The Ford driver was listed as possibly injured, the report states.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After a serious crash, people are often left wondering not just what happened, but whether everything that should have been done to get answers actually was done. That kind of uncertainty is frustrating, especially when injuries are involved and the cause isn’t obvious at first glance. When vehicles collide at intersections and someone ends up in the hospital, it's worth asking some pointed questions to make sure no stone is left unturned.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? The way investigators handle these types of intersection crashes can vary widely. Ideally, they'd go well beyond a basic diagram and shell casings. That means laser-mapping the scene, taking precise measurements, reconstructing each vehicle’s path and examining how driver behavior leading up to the collision played a role. Unfortunately, not every agency has officers trained in advanced crash reconstruction, and in a late-night incident, it's easy for key details to get missed if the scene isn't given enough time and attention.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Rollover crashes raise red flags about vehicle stability and control. It's not always just about who hit who. Issues like suspension failure, power steering malfunctions or faulty tires can all cause a vehicle to react unpredictably, especially in a side-impact situation. Unless a trained mechanic inspects both vehicles after the crash, it’s impossible to know if a defect tipped the scales. That kind of follow-up often doesn't happen unless someone pushes for it.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern vehicles are packed with data that can tell a very different story than what’s visible at the crash scene. Was anyone braking? How fast were they going? Was the driver distracted or reacting late? That kind of insight can come from onboard event recorders, GPS logs and even nearby traffic cameras. If investigators didn't pull that data quickly, there’s a real risk of losing valuable evidence that could clarify exactly how and why this happened.

When someone gets seriously hurt in a crash, the goal should always be to understand not just the surface details, but the deeper mechanics of how it unfolded. That only happens when people ask the right questions and make sure the answers come from solid, detailed work; not guesses.

Key Takeaways:

• Crash reconstructions should go beyond basic diagrams. Timing and scene mapping matter.
• Mechanical issues in rollover crashes can be easy to miss without a full inspection.
• Electronic data from vehicles and cameras often holds the clearest account of events.