Bexar County, TX — February 7, 2025, Tamoi Williams was injured in a single-car accident at approximately 9:15 p.m. along U.S. Highway 281.

According to authorities, 24-year-old Tamoi Williams was traveling in a northbound Jeep Compass on U.S. 281 in the vicinity north of Summit Church Road when the accident took place.

Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the Jeep apparently took faulty evasive action. It was consequently involved in a single-vehicle collision in which it apparently struck a guardrail. Williams reportedly suffered serious injuries due to the accident. Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When crashes like this happen—particularly those involving sudden evasive action that ends in a collision with a fixed roadside barrier—it’s common to assume the driver simply overreacted. But in my experience, especially when serious injuries are involved, the real question isn’t just what the driver did, but why. To understand what might have led to this crash on U.S. 281 in Bexar County, three key questions must be asked.

First, did investigators thoroughly examine the roadway and surrounding conditions at the time of the crash? High-speed routes like U.S. 281 can become treacherous at night if lane markings are faded, visibility is poor, or there’s debris or wildlife in the roadway. What prompted the evasive maneuver? Was there an object in the road, an aggressive lane change from another driver, or unclear signage near the Summit Church Road area? These are critical questions that could reshape the understanding of how the crash unfolded.

Second, has anyone looked into whether a mechanical failure played a role? A malfunction in the Jeep’s steering or stability control system could cause an unexpected response during a sudden maneuver. Brake failure or improper wheel alignment could also contribute to a loss of control. These issues often don’t leave obvious signs and require a detailed forensic inspection of the vehicle while it remains in its post-crash condition.

Finally, has all electronic and digital data been collected and analyzed? The vehicle likely includes an event data recorder capable of capturing essential pre-crash data like speed, throttle input, braking force, and steering angle. That information can help determine whether the vehicle responded as expected or if something failed at a critical moment. Investigators should also check for any available dashcam footage, GPS logs, or surveillance video from nearby structures that could help clarify what preceded the evasive action.

Answering these three questions is critical to making sure that no stone is left unturned in understanding the causes of a crash like this. Serious wrecks deserve serious investigation, not assumptions. Getting clear answers to these questions is crucial for those seeking to understand what happened and why—and it's the least that can be done to help those affected find the clarity and closure they deserve.