Comal County, TX — September 23, 2025, Richard Trevino was injured in a car accident at about 6:30 p.m. in the 4600 block of F.M. 1102.
A preliminary accident report indicates that a 2013 Toyota Avalon was heading northeast when it collided with a 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe near Hoffman Lane.
Toyota driver Richard Trevino, 38, was seriously injured in the crash near New Braunfels, according to the report.
The Chevrolet driver was not injured, the report states.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the Comal County crash at this time.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
After any serious crash, it’s natural to wonder not just what happened, but whether everything that should be done is actually being done. Especially when one driver is seriously hurt and the other walks away, there’s a responsibility to dig deeper; not only for the people involved, but to make sure no critical evidence is missed.
Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? When two vehicles collide and one driver ends up seriously hurt, it’s important that the investigation go beyond surface-level conclusions. Did crash scene investigators reconstruct the paths each vehicle took before impact? Was there a detailed review of the point of impact, braking marks or steering maneuvers? In smaller jurisdictions, it’s not uncommon for crash investigations to stop at basic scene documentation, especially if no criminal charges seem likely. That approach may leave unanswered questions about driver behavior, speed or timing; details that can change the entire picture of what really happened.
Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? Any time there’s a crash involving serious injury, especially one where only one driver is hurt, mechanical failure needs to be ruled out with care. For example, was there a stuck throttle, brake failure or malfunction in the vehicle’s stability control system? The Avalon is an older vehicle, and older cars can carry hidden risks, from worn components to software glitches in driver-assist systems. A hands-on inspection by a qualified professional could reveal things no one would catch at the roadside.
Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Modern vehicles, especially ones made in the past 15 years, are often loaded with crash-relevant data. Speed, braking, steering input and even seatbelt use may be recorded and retrievable. That data can clarify whether the injured driver tried to avoid the crash or was caught off guard. Beyond the cars themselves, phone records and dash camera footage could fill in gaps about distractions or sudden movements. Without gathering all this, there’s a real risk that crucial facts stay hidden.
The aftermath of a serious crash isn’t just about sorting out fault. It’s about making sure no stone is left unturned. A missed detail today could mean a missed truth tomorrow.
Key Takeaways:
- Not all crash investigations dig deep enough to understand what truly happened.
- Older vehicles may hide defects that aren’t visible without expert inspection.
- Electronic data from vehicles and phones can reveal the full story, if someone takes the time to collect it.
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