Dallas, TX — December 12, 2025, two teens were injured in a pedestrian versus car accident just before 7:45 a.m. along Horizon North Parkway.
According to authorities, two teens were on foot along Horizon North Parkway in the vicinity of the Midway Road intersection when the accident took place.
Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, the two teens were struck by a motor vehicle. They each suffered injuries of unknown severity and were taken to an area medical facility by EMS in order to receive necessary treatment.
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 young pedestrians are struck by a vehicle, the focus often turns immediately to visibility or crosswalk design. But in every case, it’s worth taking a closer look at whether the investigation asked the right questions about how the crash unfolded and what information was gathered from available sources.
1. Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash?
Any crash involving pedestrians should be fully documented—not just where the collision happened, but how the vehicle approached, where the pedestrians were in relation to the road, and what the driver may have seen. Were skid marks measured to estimate braking distance? Did investigators check for signs of distraction or fatigue? The completeness of the investigation often depends on the experience level of the responding officers, and in some cases, key steps may be missed or rushed.
2. Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash?
Pedestrian impacts can result from factors beyond driver conduct. Was the vehicle inspected to confirm that its brakes, steering, and pedestrian detection systems were functioning properly? If the car was equipped with automatic emergency braking or forward collision warnings, did those systems activate? A mechanical issue or electronic failure might not leave obvious clues but could be revealed through a detailed inspection.
3. Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected?
Many modern vehicles log data that can show when and how the driver reacted—speed, braking, and steering inputs. Was this information retrieved? Additionally, were there nearby traffic or surveillance cameras that captured the moment of impact or the lead-up to it? Cell phone records may also provide insight into whether distraction played a role. Without reviewing all available digital sources, key facts may never come to light.
Collisions involving pedestrians always deserve a careful and methodical investigation. Getting to the truth means digging beyond assumptions and focusing on what the evidence can actually show.
Key Takeaways:
- Pedestrian crashes should be fully reconstructed, including vehicle path and driver behavior.
- Vehicle systems like braking and pedestrian detection should be inspected for possible failure.
- Digital data from vehicles, phones, or cameras may hold critical answers about the cause.
