Samuel Guzman Canas, 4 Injured in Alleged Drunk Driver Accident in Irving, TX
Irving, TX — January 24, 2025, Samuel Guzman Canas and four others were injured following an alleged drunk driver accident around 10:20 p.m. on Grauwyler.
Investigators said in preliminary statements that the accident happened off the corner of the Grauwyler Road and Britain Road intersection.
According to authorities, 27-year-old Samuel Guzman Canas was in an eastbound Toyota Corolla. Somehow, a crash occurred with Guzman Caras and two other vehicles, an eastbound Ford F-150 and a westbound Chevy Silverado, collided. As a result, Samuel Guzman Canas and four others sustained injuries.
Authorities allege that the Silverado driver was under the influence of alcohol. Charges were recommended.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
A lot of people see that an alleged drunk driver was recommended to face charges, and they think that's the beginning and end of the story. For authorities, it often is. But with more thorough investigations, details may show there was an accomplice who also needs to be held responsible: an alcohol provider.
Texas law says alcohol providers such as bars or restaurants can be responsible if they over-serve someone who is obviously intoxicated. If they do so, they can potentially face criminal investigations, fines, suspended licenses, or liability for resulting injuries.
I can't count how many times victims and families came to us after a serious accident, we found a negligent alcohol provider involved, and authorities were nowhere to be found. It's possible authorities have been more thorough here, but that's not something to take for granted.
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