Gregg County, TX — August 31, 2024, Sheena Stevens and two others were injured in a car accident at approximately 12:15 p.m. along State Loop 485.
According to authorities, 36-year-old Sheena Stevens, a 72-year-old woman, and a seven-year-old boy were traveling in a southbound Dodge Charger on Loop 485 at the Broadway Avenue intersection when the accident took place.
The intersection is apparently controlled by a traffic signal. Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, a northbound Kia Soul occupied by a 62-year-old woman failed to yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic as it attempted a left turn onto Broadway. This resulted in a collision between the front-right quarter of the Kia and the front-end of the Charger.
Stevens reportedly suffered serious injuries as a result of the wreck. The 72-year-old passenger from the Charger and the woman from the Kia sustained minor injuries, as well, according to reports. Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
After a crash like this, I think most people want to understand how two vehicles ended up in the same space at the same time—especially when one was supposed to yield. That kind of confusion is common in intersection accidents. But getting clear answers means looking beyond the obvious and asking the kinds of questions that help us see what really happened.
First, did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? A left-turn collision at a signal-controlled intersection like Loop 485 and Broadway raises immediate questions about the timing of the lights. Did the northbound Kia have a protected turn signal, or was it trying to turn on a yellow or red? Were the signal phases mistimed or unclear? Was there anything obstructing the driver’s view—like overgrown vegetation, signage, or parked vehicles? These small details often determine whether a crash was truly a mistake or a failure of the environment to give each driver a fair chance to make safe decisions.
Second, has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? It’s easy to assume that a driver simply turned when they shouldn’t have, but that assumption can overlook deeper issues. Could the Kia have had a steering issue that caused it to move off course during the turn? Did the brakes fail or respond late? Even the left-turn indicator not working properly might have affected how the Dodge Charger driver reacted. The vehicles themselves should always be examined to rule out the possibility that something mechanical contributed to the wreck.
Third, has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Both the Dodge Charger and Kia Soul are likely equipped with event data recorders. These can reveal how fast each vehicle was traveling, whether brakes were applied, and how drivers responded in the seconds leading up to impact. That kind of information is especially useful in left-turn crashes where right-of-way is disputed. If any traffic cameras were at the intersection—or nearby surveillance systems from businesses—they could provide a visual timeline of how the collision unfolded.
When multiple people are hurt in a crash like this, it’s not enough to just know who turned in front of whom. Understanding how and why that decision happened—whether from confusion, poor visibility, or something wrong with the car—is what helps build a complete picture. And for those left injured, that understanding is often the first step toward finding some peace.
Takeaways:
- Traffic signal timing and visibility at the intersection should be reviewed closely.
- Vehicle defects such as steering or brake issues could explain unexpected turning behavior.
- Electronic data and video footage help clarify timing, speed, and driver responses during the crash.
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