Comal County, TX — September 17, 2025, two people were injured due to a single-car accident shortly after 1:45 a.m. along Interstate Highway 35.

According to authorities, two people—a 38-year-old woman and a 28-year-old man—were traveling in a southbound Hyundai Elantra on I.H. 35 in the vicinity of Water Lane when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the Elantra allegedly took faulty evasive action. It was consequently involved in a single-vehicle collision in which it apparently struck a concrete traffic barrier. The woman reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident; the man suffered minor injuries, as well, reports state. 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 a car hits a concrete barrier in the middle of the night, the aftermath often leaves more questions than answers. Crashes like these can seem like a simple case of driver error, but sometimes there’s more going on beneath the surface—and it’s worth taking the time to find out.

1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
“Faulty evasive action” is a vague way to explain why a car ended up against a concrete wall. What was the driver trying to avoid? Did investigators document any obstacles, animal activity, or signs of another vehicle cutting them off? Scene evidence like tire marks, broken car parts, or camera footage can help reconstruct the moment before the crash. If those details were missed or dismissed, the official version of events may be missing key facts.

2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
Unexpected veering or delayed braking can point to mechanical trouble. In vehicles like the Hyundai Elantra, even a minor issue with electronic stability control or steering could lead to a crash—especially on a high-speed road like I-35. If the car was quickly cleared or repaired without a formal inspection, any sign of a defect may have gone unnoticed.

3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
The car’s onboard data recorder could hold answers about speed, braking, steering inputs, and more. That kind of detail helps show whether the crash was the result of a mistake, a sudden hazard, or a deeper issue with the car’s systems. In addition, nearby traffic cameras or even the occupants’ phones might help fill in the gaps. But time is always working against crash data—once the vehicle is moved or repaired, that evidence can disappear.

Late-night crashes often get chalked up to bad luck or fatigue. But when someone walks away hurt and the story behind it remains unclear, those loose ends matter. The facts may still be out there—if someone is willing to look for them.

Takeaways:

• Crash investigators should identify what triggered the evasive action, not just its result.
• A mechanical issue could cause a sudden swerve, even in newer vehicles.
• Electronic data from the car or surrounding cameras could clarify what really happened.