Orange County, TX — March 8, 2025, a woman was injured following an alleged drunk driver car accident shortly after 9:30 p.m. along State Highway 73.
According to authorities, a 25-year-old woman from Ville Platte, Louisiana, and a 6-year-old boy were traveling in a southwest bound Toyota Camry on S.H. 73 in the vicinity southwest of Bridge City when the accident took place.
Officials indicate that, for reasons yet to be confirmed, a collision took place between the Camry, a northeast bound Chevrolet pickup truck, a southwest bound Acura TL, and a southwest bound Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The person who had been behind the wheel of the Chevrolet pickup truck was allegedly under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident and is facing charges of driving while intoxicated.
The woman from the Camry reportedly suffered serious injuries over the course of the accident. The man from the pickup may have been injured as well, according to reports. It does not appear that anyone else was harmed. Additional details pertaining to this incident—including the identity of the victim—are not available at this point in time. The investigation is currently ongoing.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When authorities allege that a driver was intoxicated in a multi-vehicle crash, it’s important to ask not just what happened on the road, but what led up to it. In this case, officials say the driver of a Chevrolet pickup was under the influence of alcohol when a collision occurred involving four vehicles on State Highway 73. One woman suffered serious injuries, and others may have been hurt as well. If the driver of the pickup had been drinking before the crash, the next question becomes: Where did he obtain alcohol, and who served it to him?
Under Texas law, alcohol providers—including bars, restaurants, and other licensed establishments—are prohibited from serving someone who is obviously intoxicated. If the driver had been drinking at a location that ignored visible signs of impairment and continued serving him, that business could share responsibility under Texas dram shop law. These laws are in place to hold alcohol providers accountable when they contribute to preventable crashes through unsafe service practices.
The driver may face criminal charges for DWI, but if an alcohol provider played a role in his condition, that business should also be held accountable. A full investigation into where and how the driver became impaired is a necessary step. Without that, those who contributed to this crash may avoid scrutiny altogether. Identifying and holding all responsible parties accountable is essential for both the injured and for reinforcing the importance of following the law.
