Antioch, TX — December 31, 2025, three people were injured due to a single-car accident shortly before 12:00 midnight along Antioch Road (F.M. 699).

According to authorities, four people were traveling in a southeast bound Mazda on Antioch Road at the Anderson Road intersection when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the Mazda was involved in a single-vehicle collision in which it apparently crashed into an embankment.

The person who had been behind the wheel—a 38-year-old woman—and one of the passengers—a 29-year-old man—reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident. Another of the passengers—another 29-year-old man—suffered minor injuries, as well, according to reports.

Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identities of the victims—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When multiple people are injured in a single-vehicle crash late at night, it’s easy for speculation to outpace facts. But until someone takes a hard look at what really caused the car to leave the road, important questions remain unanswered—and assumptions don’t bring clarity.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Crashing into an embankment suggests a sudden loss of control, but why that happened isn’t something a quick once-over will reveal. Did the investigators reconstruct the vehicle’s path? Did they check whether the driver made any evasive maneuvers or whether the vehicle slid or veered suddenly? In nighttime crashes, visibility and fatigue may be suspected, but unless someone physically mapped the scene and examined the roadway evidence, those remain guesses. And with multiple people in the car, the sequence of events becomes even more important to get right.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
When a vehicle abruptly leaves the road and hits an embankment, the possibility of a mechanical failure should be on the table. Steering issues, sudden brake loss, or even electronic malfunctions could easily lead to this kind of outcome. A full inspection of the Mazda would be necessary to confirm whether everything was functioning properly at the time of the crash. Without it, a hidden defect might go completely unnoticed.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
The most accurate account of what happened in the seconds leading up to the crash is likely stored in the vehicle’s onboard systems. Was the driver braking or accelerating? Did any alerts sound? Was there a sudden change in direction or speed? In a case with multiple occupants and serious injuries, securing that electronic data becomes even more important. Phone records, GPS tracking, and even app usage could also provide key context—if anyone took the time to preserve it.

When several people are hurt in a crash like this, especially so close to midnight, there are plenty of theories—but not always enough facts. Getting to the bottom of it means asking uncomfortable questions and going beyond the surface.

Key Takeaways:

• Nighttime crashes with multiple injuries require detailed scene reconstruction.
• Mechanical failures must be ruled out through a proper vehicle inspection.
• Vehicle and phone data can clarify how and why the crash happened—but only if preserved quickly.