El Paso, TX — April 26, 2025, two women were injured in a single-car accident at approximately 1:45 a.m. along Interstate Highway 10.
According to authorities, two women ages 27 and 28 were traveling in a westbound Honda Accord on I.H. 10 in the vicinity of Don Haskins Drive when the accident took place.
Details surrounding the accident remain scarce. Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, the Honda was involved in a single-vehicle collision in which it struck a curb. It reportedly overturned over the course of the accident.
Both women suffered serious injuries due to the wreck, according to reports. Additional information pertaining to this incident—including the identities of the victims—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a vehicle overturns in a single-car crash on a major highway—especially during the early morning hours, as reportedly happened to two women on I-10 in El Paso—it’s easy to assume that distraction or fatigue were to blame. But in my experience, that kind of conclusion often overlooks important details that could explain how and why the crash really happened. To get meaningful answers, we must begin by asking three critical questions.
First, did investigators conduct a detailed review of the crash scene and road design? Striking a curb on a highway raises immediate questions about whether the curb was part of an exit, an improperly marked median, or simply a roadside hazard in a place drivers wouldn’t expect it. Was the area poorly lit? Were road markings or signage inadequate or confusing? At 1:45 a.m., visibility and lane guidance can make all the difference. Investigators should document these conditions thoroughly, measure skid and debris patterns, and review any nearby surveillance or traffic camera footage to determine what led to the lane departure.
Second, has anyone looked into whether a mechanical failure contributed to the crash? A sudden issue with the Honda Accord’s steering, braking, or stability control systems could explain how a routine drive turned into a rollover. Likewise, a tire blowout or suspension failure could have made it impossible to maintain control, even for a fully attentive driver. These are not failures that will show up in a general accident report—they require a forensic inspection of the vehicle before it’s repaired or discarded.
Finally, has all relevant electronic and digital data been gathered? Most modern vehicles, including the Honda Accord, are equipped with event data recorders that capture vital information—vehicle speed, throttle position, braking input, and steering angle in the moments before a crash. That data can help determine whether the vehicle responded properly to driver input or if there was a delay or malfunction. Investigators should also seek out GPS data, potential dashcam footage, and nearby surveillance video to reconstruct the events leading up to the crash with greater clarity.
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.
