Potter County, TX — November 12, 2025, two people were injured due to a car accident just after 10:00 p.m. along Bushland Boulevard.
According to authorities, a 21-year-old man was traveling in a westbound Subaru Legacy at the Bushland Boulevard, Western Street, and 8th Avenue intersection when the accident took place.
Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, an eastbound Dodge Durango failed to yield the right-of-way on a left turn. A collision consequently occurred between the front-end of the Dodge and the front-left of the Subaru.
The 21-year-old from the Subaru reportedly sustained serious injuries over the course of the accident. The person who had been behind the wheel of the Dodge 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
After serious crashes, early reports often point to a single turning movement as the explanation. But when someone is badly injured, the more important issue is whether investigators looked closely at how the situation developed before the vehicles came together.
Was the crash thoroughly investigated?
In a collision involving a left turn across traffic, a proper investigation should go beyond stating that a driver failed to yield. Investigators should examine the timing of the turn, the speed of both vehicles, and what each driver was doing in the moments leading up to impact. That can include mapping vehicle paths, analyzing damage patterns, and determining whether either driver attempted to brake or steer away. The depth of this work often depends on an officer’s training and experience. Some investigators are skilled in reconstructing complex intersection crashes, while others may rely on surface-level conclusions. In cases involving serious injuries, that difference matters.
Has anyone looked into a possible vehicle defect?
Even when a crash appears to involve a judgment call, vehicle performance should not be overlooked. Brake response, steering function, and throttle behavior on both vehicles deserve careful review. Modern vehicles also rely on electronic systems designed to assist drivers during turning and emergency situations. If one of those systems failed or did not respond as intended, that may not be obvious without a detailed mechanical inspection. Mechanical issues can exist alongside driver error and still contribute to a collision.
Was all available electronic data collected?
Electronic data can help clarify what actually happened before impact. Vehicle systems may record speed, braking, steering input, and warning activity in the seconds leading up to the crash. Phone data can help determine whether distraction played a role, and nearby cameras may help confirm timing and vehicle positions. This information is time-sensitive. If it is not preserved early, it can be lost, leaving important questions unanswered.
When a turning collision leaves someone seriously injured, careful questions matter. A thorough investigation, close inspection of both vehicles, and full collection of electronic data help move the case beyond assumptions and toward a clearer understanding of how the crash occurred.
Key Takeaways:
- Left-turn crashes require careful review of timing and driver actions.
- Vehicle or system issues should be ruled out through inspection.
- Electronic data can clarify what happened just before impact.
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