Fort Worth, TX — January 12, 2025, a bicyclist was injured in a hit-and-run accident at about 1:45 a.m. on Colonial Street.
A preliminary accident report indicates an unknown white vehicle hit a bicyclist while going north on Colonial Drive near Race Street. The vehicle did not stop after the collision.
The bicyclist, a 48-year-old man whose name has not been made public, suffered serious injuries in the crash, according to the report.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the Tarrant County crash.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When I read about a crash like this, my first thought is that I hope the injured cyclist is receiving the care he needs and that investigators are doing everything possible to locate the driver responsible. A hit-and-run involving a vulnerable road user like a bicyclist raises serious questions that must be answered. To fully understand what happened on Colonial Street, we need to ask three critical questions.
First, did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? In any hit-and-run, time is critical. Investigators should canvass the area for surveillance footage from nearby homes or businesses that may have captured the incident or the vehicle fleeing the scene. Physical evidence such as vehicle debris, paint transfer or tire marks should be collected immediately. Witness statements, even if they only describe the sound of the crash or direction the vehicle fled, can also be crucial in narrowing down possible suspects. The success of an investigation often depends on how quickly and thoroughly this early evidence is secured.
Second, has anyone considered whether a vehicle defect could have contributed to the crash or to the severity of the cyclist’s injuries? While the focus is understandably on locating the hit-and-run driver, the condition and design of both the vehicle and the bicycle must be examined if and when the vehicle is found. Was there a mechanical issue that affected braking or steering? Did the cyclist’s bike have appropriate lighting or reflectors for nighttime visibility? It’s also important to determine whether the impact zone on the vehicle suggests anything about speed or driver reaction time, which may influence conclusions about fault or criminal liability.
Finally, has all relevant electronic and digital data been collected? If the vehicle is located, its event data recorder could provide key insights into vehicle speed, braking and throttle input before the impact. If surveillance or dashcam footage is available, it may offer visual confirmation of the crash and help identify the vehicle by make, model or even license plate. For the cyclist, any GPS or fitness tracking device data may help establish the rider’s location and movement just before the collision. Preserving this data early is essential.
Crashes like this are particularly disturbing because the person most vulnerable, the bicyclist, is also left without answers or accountability. A serious injury occurred, and the only way to ensure justice and prevent similar incidents is by conducting a complete, evidence-based investigation. That starts with asking the right questions and doing the hard work of finding the facts, no matter how difficult the circumstances may be.
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