San Antonio, TX — March 14, 2025, two people were injured due to a car accident at around 9:36 p.m. off Schertz Road.
According to initial details about the accident, the crash took place at a business off the corner of the Schertz Road and North Wiedner Road intersection.
Officials said that a 21-year-old driver and a 20-year-old passenger were in a Toyota Corolla going southbound on Wiedner. At the T-intersection, the vehicle somehow continued straight, went off-road, and crashed outside of a business.
Due to the crash, the passenger in the car had serious injuries. The driver’s injuries were described as minor. Right now, authorities continue investigations, and particular factors can’t be confirmed pending those investigations.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
As concerning as details can be in the immediate aftermath of a serious crash, it’s important that folks understand just how much can contribute to a serious car accident. Even when some details may seem obvious, there could always be extenuating circumstances to consider.
Unfortunately, authorities aren’t always interested in these possible factors if there’s already something more obvious they can point their finger at. I’ve found it helpful, then, to follow up with authorities and ask some key questions about their investigations.
For example, are authorities dedicating enough time and resources to fully investigate the crash? Accidents like this aren’t always seen as a high priority. As a result, authorities may rush through their work and overlook key details that a more careful accident reconstruction would address.
Have they considered whether any vehicle defects played a role? Issues like faulty brakes or steering problems could contribute to accidents. Additionally, things like seatbelt or airbag failure could make otherwise minor accidents far more serious than they should be. If investigators don’t examine the car thoroughly, those factors might go unnoticed.
Finally, did they secure electronic data that could shed light on the crash? Surveillance footage, vehicle black box data, and phone records could provide valuable insight into the moments leading up to the wreck. This evidence is often time-sensitive, though. If authorities aren’t motivated to act quickly, they may let important evidence deteriorate before it can be properly analyzed.
These questions can help reveal how thorough authorities are being. If they’ve looked into these important questions, then they’re likely being as thorough as possible. If they don’t have satisfactory answers, though, then perhaps they’re letting something important slip through the cracks. This can help a family decide if they’re comfortable simply leaving their situation solely in the hands of the police rather than having a second set of eyes look into things.
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