Fort Worth, TX — January 13, 2026, Zane Warren was injured in a car accident at about 6:30 p.m. in the 10100 block of Buffalo Grove Road.

A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2007 GMC Yukon was heading northwest when it crashed into two parked cars and a tree east of Chapel Creek Boulevard.

A passenger in the SUV, 23-year-old Zane Warren, was seriously injured in the crash, according to the report.

The driver, a 21-year-old woman, was not injured, the report states.

A 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe and a 2016 Toyota Tacoma were damaged in the crash, according to the report.

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

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

After any serious collision, there’s always a rush to understand what happened and why. But the truth often hides in the details, ones that don’t always make it into a first report. That’s why it’s worth asking a few tougher questions right from the start.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? It’s not clear whether investigators took the time to reconstruct what led up to this crash beyond what was visible at the scene. Given that the SUV reportedly collided with two parked cars and a tree, that path raises questions that demand more than a surface-level review. Were skid marks measured? Was the vehicle’s trajectory mapped using laser tools? Did investigators take a serious look at what the driver was doing in the minutes before impact? These are all steps that separate a complete investigation from a quick write-up, and without them, important answers can slip through the cracks.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? When a vehicle suddenly leaves the roadway and strikes stationary objects, mechanical failure should always be on the table, especially in a high-mileage SUV like the one involved here. It’s easy to overlook issues like brake failure, throttle sticking or malfunctioning steering components unless someone actively checks. If those systems weren’t tested after the crash, a contributing factor could go unnoticed.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Today’s vehicles, even ones nearly 20 years old, can still hold key information through engine control modules or aftermarket telematics. Cell phones, too, can shed light on whether distraction or other activities played a role. Without pulling that data, it’s impossible to confirm, or rule out, things like speeding, braking attempts or split-second driver decisions. It’s a missed opportunity if that digital evidence hasn’t been gathered and reviewed.

Taking a hard look at the "why" behind a crash isn't about casting blame; it's about not settling for guesswork. When serious injuries are involved, the best answers come from a thorough, methodical search for the truth.

Key Takeaways:

• A full crash reconstruction can reveal more than what’s seen at the scene.
• Mechanical problems should never be ruled out without a proper inspection.
• Digital records often tell the part of the story no witness can.