2 Injured in Car Accident on SH-99 in Montgomery County, TX

Montgomery County, TX — March 13, 2025, Two people were injured following a car accident that occurred at around 7:00 P.M. on SH-99.

An investigation is underway into a car accident that left two people injured during the evening hours of March 13th. According to official reports, a pickup was travelling on SH-99 in the east bound lanes near FM 1314 when for unknown reasons the vehicle lost control and left the roadway and struck a guardrail causing the truck to fall into the canal below.

When first responders arrived on the scene, they found that two occupants had sustained serious injuries and they were transported to the hospital for treatment. At this time there has been no further information released about the accident, including the identities and status of the injured motorists, however this remains an ongoing investigation and more details may be released in the future.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When I read about a crash like this, my first thought is that the people involved deserve clear answers about what happened. A pickup truck losing control, striking a guardrail, and falling into a canal is not something that happens without a cause. While authorities continue their investigation, there are three key questions that must be addressed to fully understand what led to this serious accident.

First, did law enforcement conduct a thorough investigation? In single-vehicle crashes, investigators need to examine all possible contributing factors, including road conditions, weather, and potential hazards. Were there signs that the driver attempted to brake or steer away from danger? Was there debris or standing water on the road that could have contributed to the loss of control? Answering these questions is crucial to determining what happened and whether anything could have been done to prevent the crash.

Second, has anyone considered whether a vehicle defect played a role? While driver error is often assumed in cases like this, mechanical failures—such as steering malfunctions, brake issues, or tire blowouts—can also cause a sudden loss of control. Additionally, given that the truck struck a guardrail before falling into the canal, it’s important to ask whether the guardrail functioned as designed or if a structural failure contributed to the severity of the crash. Unfortunately, these factors are often overlooked unless someone ensures that the vehicle and surrounding infrastructure are properly examined before repairs or removal.

Finally, has all the available electronic data been preserved? The pickup’s electronic control module (ECM) may contain key information about speed, braking, and steering inputs in the moments before impact. Authorities should also consider whether traffic cameras, business surveillance footage, or even dashcam recordings from other drivers captured the incident. Another frequently overlooked source of evidence is cell phone data—was the driver distracted at the time of the crash? Preserving these digital records can be essential to understanding the full circumstances surrounding the accident.

At the end of the day, crashes like this leave many unanswered questions. Understanding what caused the truck to lose control and whether all safety systems worked as intended is essential—not just for those directly affected, but for the broader community as well. A thorough investigation is necessary to ensure that no potential piece of evidence is overlooked in the search for the truth.