Midland, TX — February 4, 2025, Chrystal Wantiez was injured as the result of a car accident that took place around 2:15 a.m. on Big Spring Street.
According to initial details released about the accident, it took place at the intersection of North Big Spring Street and Scharbauer Drive.
Investigators reported that 43-year-old Chrystal Wantiez was in a Ford F-150 traveling southbound along Big Spring. At the intersection, the vehicle somehow ended up crashing with a concrete barrier. Due to this, officials say that Chrystal Wantiez sustained serious injuries.
There did not appear to be anyone else involved in the accident. Additional details are unavailable at this time.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
While I can’t comment on the specifics surrounding this crash, I get calls all the time from people affected by single-vehicle wrecks. One of the most common concerns is people worrying that their side of the story won’t be told fairly. As much as people expect authorities to be calculating and let the facts do the talking, their efforts sometimes involve a lot of guess work. That’s why it can be helpful to ask some key questions about their efforts.
The first thing to ask is whether investigators had the proper time, tools, and training to fully examine the crash scene. In single-vehicle accidents, it’s not uncommon for authorities to make quick judgments, especially if they’re under pressure to reopen the road. But without documenting vehicle positions, physical evidence, and road conditions, important context can be lost or misinterpreted.
Next, have the vehicles been inspected for any signs of a defect? Problems like brake failure, steering malfunctions, or even faulty seatbelts or airbags can contribute to a crash or worsen its outcome. These issues are rarely obvious and often go undetected unless someone steps in early to request a thorough inspection before the vehicle is moved or repaired.
Finally, was any crash-related electronic data preserved? Most vehicles today record important information in the seconds before a crash, such as speed, braking, and steering input. When combined with possible phone records or surveillance footage, this data can help reconstruct what really happened—if it’s collected promptly.
If authorities can provide clear, reasonable answers to these questions, it’s likely a sign they were thorough in their investigations. If not, though, that may be a sign that getting the whole story will require a more thorough independent investigation.
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