Dallas, TX — May 12, 2025, Jose Medina Soto was killed and three were injured due to an alleged street racing accident before 7:44 p.m. on 2nd Avenue.
Current statements say that the accident happened in South Dallas off the corner of 2nd Avenue and Cauthorn Drive, just off Elsie Faye Heggins.
According to officials, Jose Medina Soto was in a vehicle traveling along 2nd Avenue. From oncoming lanes, it’s alleged that two vehicles were racing when one of them lost control. It crossed into oncoming lanes where it hit Jose Medina Soto head-on.
Due to the collision, Medina Soto reportedly was killed. The other driver and two passengers reportedly had serious injuries. That driver is said to be facing charges. It’s unclear if the other alleged driver involved in racing has been identified or charged.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
These are obviously very serious allegations, but it’s important people keep in mind that charging a driver is not always the end of the story. I’ve been doing this job for over 30 years now. One thing I’ve learned is that victims and families don’t just want some “bad guy” to blame. They want to see accountability done for their suffering.
Sometimes, that means just having thorough reports on the crash that leave no stone unturned. Sometimes, a reckless driver was drunk from being unlawfully over-served by a bar, and that bar also needs to be held accountable for breaking the law. And other times, there are issues with a victim’s vehicle that made an otherwise survivable crash turn deadly.
Ultimately, it’s up to the evidence to say. Getting that evidence typically means going beyond the surface rather than settling for an easy explanation. Hopefully, steps are being taken here to ensure investigations are thorough enough that the victim’s loved ones know they’re getting the whole story.
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