Erath County, TX — October 21, 2025, Michele Kearin was killed and two were injured after a car accident at around 7:24 p.m. on US Highway 281.
Investigators said that the crash took place between Stephenville and Brazos, a few miles south of I-20.
According to officials, 48-year-old Michele Kearin was in a Hyundai Tucson going southbound on US 281. A Cadillac Escalade was going northbound. It appears a Ford Focus was going southbound when the driver reportedly failed to control speed. Police say this led to the three vehicles colliding.
As a result of the crash, Michele Kearin was killed. The other two drivers were injured. Right now, additional details about the accident remain unconfirmed.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
People often think car accidents are simple because they’re common. However, accidents like this can present all kinds of unique challenges. For one, a crash happening as night falls can make the scene difficult for investigators. On top of that, rural crashes aren’t always handled by funded or well-equipped departments, which can leave some more intricate details unexamined. And of course, there’s the challenge that one person involved in the crash isn’t around to give their side of the story.
All of this can present unique hurdles between families and getting the full story. That’s why many ultimately decide the crash should be in the hands of independent investigators. Having another set of eyes look things over can either confirm what authorities find or otherwise catch what they let slip through the cracks. In the end, that can ensure that victims and families are getting all the facts so they can best decide what path forward works best for their needs.
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