Dallas, TX — June 25, 2025, Wendy Salas was injured in a car accident at about 1 p.m. on Interstate 635/Lyndon B. Johnson Freeway.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a westbound 2105 Ford Explorer rear-ended a 2022 Ford Mustang near Hughes Lane.

Mustang driver Wendy Salas, 27, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

The 21-year-old man who was driving the Explorer suffered minor injuries, the report states, while a 38-year-old woman in the back seat of the SUV was listed as possibly injured. Two other passengers, including a 3-year-old girl, were unhurt.

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

Commentary

In the aftermath of any crash that leaves someone seriously hurt, it’s fair to wonder whether everything that could have prevented it was done beforehand, and whether every angle is being explored now. These questions aren’t just routine; they’re essential to making sure nothing gets overlooked in a moment when lives have already been disrupted.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Rear-end collisions might seem straightforward, but that assumption can be misleading. It’s important to ask whether investigators documented the scene with precision: laser mapping skid marks, analyzing the point of impact and gathering witness statements. When there are multiple people in one vehicle and significant injuries in the other, the dynamics of the crash deserve close scrutiny. Officers sometimes have limited training in complex crash reconstruction, and without a comprehensive approach, important facts can slip through the cracks.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? It’s easy to focus on driver error, but that shouldn’t be the end of the story. Sudden brake failure, a malfunctioning cruise control or a jammed throttle could have played a role, especially in a sudden rear-end scenario. Did anyone inspect the SUV's braking system or electronic control modules? Were there any recalls on either vehicle that might be relevant? A mechanical issue doesn’t always leave visible signs, and without a deep inspection, it's possible for crucial clues to go unnoticed.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern vehicles often carry a wealth of data: everything from how fast someone was going to whether they hit the brakes in time. Phone records and GPS logs can also show whether distraction or fatigue played a role. It’s worth asking whether investigators pulled that information from either car or nearby traffic cameras. Especially with several people in one vehicle, verifying exactly what was happening in the seconds before impact could shed a lot of light on what really occurred.

When serious injuries are involved, the answers lie in the details. Asking tough questions isn’t about pointing fingers; it’s about making sure no stone is left unturned. Every unanswered question risks leaving the real cause in the rearview.

• Rear-end crashes aren't always simple. How investigators respond matters.
• Car problems can cause wrecks too, even if no one's looking for them.
• Electronic data often holds the truth about what happened before a crash.