Fort Worth, TX — November 23, 2024, one person was injured in a hit-and-run accident at about 9:20 p.m. on East Berry Street.
A preliminary accident report indicates an unknown vehicle was speeding while heading west at Evans Drive when it hit a pedestrian. The vehicle did not stop after the collision.
The pedestrian, a 66-year-old man whose name has not been made public, suffered serious injuries in the crash.
The vehicle that hit the pedestrian or its driver have not been identified, 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 hit-and-run crash like this, my first thought is that I hope the injured person gets the answers — and the justice — he deserves. A pedestrian being struck by a speeding vehicle is already serious, but when the driver flees the scene, it raises even more concerns. While initial reports provide basic details, they leave out crucial information. Too often, people assume that because the driver hasn’t been identified, there’s nothing more to investigate. In reality, there are still three critical questions that must be asked.
First, did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? In hit-and-run cases, time is of the essence. Did investigators collect surveillance footage from nearby businesses or traffic cameras? Did they document tire marks, vehicle debris or witness statements that could help identify the vehicle? Hit-and-run crashes often require more effort than a typical accident, and if authorities don’t move quickly, valuable evidence can disappear.
Second, has anyone considered the possibility of a vehicle defect? While it’s tempting to focus solely on the driver’s actions, mechanical failures could also have played a role. Was the fleeing vehicle experiencing brake issues, steering malfunctions or defective headlights? While a defect wouldn’t excuse a driver fleeing the scene, it could explain why the crash happened in the first place. Additionally, if and when the vehicle is located, it should be examined thoroughly to rule out any mechanical failures.
Finally, has all the electronic data related to the crash been collected? Even though the suspect vehicle hasn’t been found, there may still be valuable electronic evidence. Nearby traffic cameras, surveillance footage and even doorbell cameras could have captured the vehicle. Additionally, if the injured pedestrian had a cell phone or smartwatch, it might contain GPS data showing their exact movements before the crash. When the suspect vehicle is identified, its engine control module could reveal the driver’s speed and braking input at the time of impact. The challenge is that this data must be collected quickly before it is lost or overwritten.
Crashes like this demand a full investigation because a man’s life has been altered, and the driver who hit him has not yet been held accountable. Hit-and-run cases are frustrating because they often feel like unsolved mysteries, but that doesn’t mean they should be accepted as unknowable. By ensuring that all possible leads are followed, all evidence is secured and all unanswered questions are resolved, there can be clarity and justice for those affected.
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