Bexar County, TX — January 1, 2025, a man was injured in a pedestrian versus hit-and-run car accident just after 12:00 midnight along King Avenue.
According to authorities, a 29-year-old man was on foot in the vicinity of the King Avenue and Somerset Road intersection when the accident took place.
Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, the man was struck by an eastbound Dodge Charger. He reportedly sustained serious injuries as a result of the collision. Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity of the victim—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a pedestrian is seriously injured in a hit-and-run incident—particularly one involving a high-powered vehicle like a Dodge Charger—there’s no question that the community deserves answers. But simply identifying the vehicle or its driver isn’t enough. In my experience, the only way to fully understand how and why a crash like this occurred is by starting with three critical questions that help uncover facts that may otherwise go ignored.
First, was the crash thoroughly investigated? In hit-and-run cases, the opportunity to gather meaningful evidence often disappears quickly. Investigators should move swiftly to recover surveillance footage from nearby homes or businesses, pull any available traffic camera feeds, and identify witnesses who may have seen the impact or the vehicle fleeing the scene. Physical evidence like debris, tire marks, or paint transfer can also be vital—but only if it’s documented before it’s cleaned up or disturbed. In a case like this, where the pedestrian’s condition likely prevented them from giving a statement, every bit of scene evidence takes on even greater importance.
Second, has anyone explored whether a vehicle defect might have played a role in the crash? Even in a hit-and-run, it’s possible that the driver fled not simply out of fear but because they lost control of the vehicle due to a mechanical failure—such as brake issues or steering malfunction. That doesn’t excuse leaving the scene, but it does raise important questions about the crash itself. If the Charger is later located, it will be crucial to preserve it in its post-crash condition so experts can evaluate whether something in the vehicle’s systems contributed to the impact.
Lastly, has all available electronic and digital evidence been collected? Modern vehicles like the Dodge Charger are equipped with event data recorders that can capture speed, throttle input, and braking in the moments before a crash. If the vehicle is found, that information could help determine how fast it was traveling and whether the driver attempted to avoid the pedestrian. Investigators should also examine surveillance cameras, dashcams from nearby vehicles, and GPS or phone-based location data. Even the pedestrian’s cell phone may hold clues about their movement or location at the time of the collision.
Answering these three questions is critical to making sure that no stone is left unturned in understanding the causes of a crash like this. Serious wrecks deserve serious investigation, not assumptions. Getting clear answers to these questions is crucial for those seeking to understand what happened and why—and it’s the least that can be done to help those affected find the clarity and closure they deserve.
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