El Paso, TX — November 1, 2024, one person was injured in a car accident at about 3:30 a.m. in West Schuster Road.
A preliminary accident report indicates a 2017 Ford Mustang crashed into a concrete barrier near 980 West Schuster Drive after the driver apparently lost control.
A passenger, an 18-year-old woman, suffered serious injuries in the crash, according to the report. Her name has not been made public.
It is not clear who was driving the car at the time of the crash, the report states. Two passengers blamed an unknown person who fled on foot after the crash, while another passenger identified one of the others as the driver.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the El Paso County crash.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When I read about a crash like this, my first thought is that I hope the injured passenger receives the care and answers she needs, and that investigators are able to determine exactly what happened. When a car crashes into a concrete barrier in the early morning hours and no one is clearly identified as the driver, that’s a serious problem. Not only does it delay accountability, but it also complicates the effort to understand what caused the crash in the first place. To get to the bottom of what happened on West Schuster Drive, there are three critical questions that must be addressed.
First, did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? When conflicting accounts emerge — especially those that suggest the driver fled the scene — it’s crucial for investigators to examine physical evidence in and around the vehicle. Who was sitting where? Were there injuries or blood patterns consistent with someone being behind the wheel? Did the driver’s side airbag deploy, and if so, does it contain biological material or trace evidence like fingerprints or clothing fibers? These forensic details are often the only way to determine who was actually driving when no one is willing to admit it.
Second, has anyone considered whether a vehicle defect might have contributed to the crash? A 2017 Ford Mustang is a performance-oriented vehicle, and in inexperienced or inattentive hands, it can be unforgiving. But that doesn’t mean mechanical failure can be ruled out. Was there a problem with the steering, brakes or stability control system that may have caused or worsened the loss of control? Were the tires in good condition and properly inflated? These are especially important questions in a single-vehicle crash, and unless the vehicle is preserved for a forensic inspection, it’s easy for those possibilities to be overlooked.
Finally, has all the electronic data related to the crash been collected? The Mustang’s engine control module likely contains pre-crash data, including speed, throttle position, brake application and steering input. Some newer models also record seat belt usage and door activity, which could help determine who was sitting where and whether anyone moved after the crash. Additionally, nearby surveillance cameras, traffic footage or even smartphone data from the passengers may help establish the timeline and location of everyone involved. That kind of evidence is extremely time-sensitive and must be collected quickly before it’s lost or overwritten.
Crashes like this require more than just sorting out who was behind the wheel. A passenger was seriously injured, and until we understand why the vehicle lost control and whether that outcome could have been avoided, we haven’t done right by those involved. By asking the right questions and following the evidence wherever it leads, we can help ensure that the truth is uncovered, and that those affected get the clarity and accountability they deserve.
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