San Augustine County, TX — November 2, 2025, Sharan Holloway-Cure and two others were killed and one person was injured in a car accident at about 6:00 p.m. on S.H. 21.
According to authorities, 55-year-old Sharan Holloway-Cure was traveling in a westbound Mitsubishi Outlander on State Highway 21 in the vicinity of the F.M. 3409 intersection when the accident took place.
Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, an eastbound Ford Focus occupied by three people—a 30-year-old woman from Nacogdoches, a 10-year-old girl, and a 2-year-old girl—veered left of center. A head-on collision consequently occurred between the Focus and the Outlander.
The Nacogdoches woman and the 2-year-old girl both suffered fatal injuries over the course of the accident. Holloway-Cure and the 10-year-old from the Focus sustained serious injuries, as well, according to reports. However, Holloway-Cure was ultimately unable to overcome the severity of her injuries, having been declared deceased on November 7, 2025.
Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When multiple lives are lost in a head-on crash, the urge is to focus only on the collision itself. But the truth behind a wreck like this doesn’t stop at lane position. It raises hard questions—about how and why a vehicle veered into oncoming traffic, whether the investigation is treating it with the seriousness it deserves, and if all the evidence is being properly gathered to explain such a devastating outcome.
1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
In any head-on collision, especially one involving fatalities, the scene should be reconstructed with exacting detail. Did investigators confirm the point of crossover using tire marks or debris fields? Were time and distance calculations done to determine whether either driver had time to react? With three people ultimately losing their lives, assumptions about “drifting” or momentary lapses aren’t enough. It’s essential to understand whether the crash was sudden and unavoidable—or the result of a longer, preventable sequence of events.
2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
A vehicle veering left of center could suggest distraction—but it could also point to something deeper. Did the Ford Focus suffer a steering or suspension failure? Was there a problem with the tires, alignment, or electronic stability control system? Even something as subtle as a failed sensor can lead to a loss of control. And while attention may be on one vehicle, the Mitsubishi also needs to be examined for any signs that a failure contributed to the inability to avoid impact. Only a thorough mechanical review can rule these possibilities out.
3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Both vehicles likely have onboard data systems capable of showing speed, throttle, braking, and steering behavior in the seconds before the crash. Did investigators retrieve that data? Was the Focus already showing signs of trouble—erratic steering, lack of brake input, or a sudden swerve? Did the Mitsubishi attempt any evasive maneuvers? Additionally, if nearby surveillance or traffic cameras exist, those recordings could provide a clearer timeline. This isn’t just useful information—it’s the foundation for understanding what really happened.
Crashes with this level of loss demand more than just a routine investigation. They require answers that match the weight of the outcome—and that means treating every detail as if it could be the one that explains everything.
Takeaways:
- Fatal head-on collisions must be reconstructed with precision to confirm timing and trajectory.
- A possible vehicle failure in the crossover vehicle should be fully ruled out through inspection.
- Onboard data and any available footage are critical to verifying actions and responses before impact.
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