Houston, TX — March 17, 2025, Wayne Stains was killed in a car accident at about 10:45 p.m. on westbound Interstate 10.
A preliminary accident report indicates a pedestrian was hit by a 2014 Nissan Altima then a 2013 Toyota RAV4 near Lockwood Drive.
Pedestrian Wayne Stains, 33, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, according to the report.
No charges or citations have been filed as a result of the crash.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the Harris County crash.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When I read about a crash like this, my first thought is that I hope those close to the pedestrian who was killed receive clear and comprehensive answers. Pedestrian fatalities on major highways, especially late at night, are often seen as open-and-shut cases. But in my experience, there’s rarely such a thing as a simple explanation—particularly when multiple vehicles are involved. To truly understand what happened on Interstate 10 near Lockwood Drive, we need to ask three critical questions.
First, did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? Pedestrian incidents on high-speed roadways demand careful examination of several factors: how and why the pedestrian came to be in the roadway, whether visibility was a factor and whether the drivers had sufficient time and opportunity to avoid a collision. Were there skid marks or signs of braking? Were lighting conditions adequate in that part of the highway? Did investigators obtain statements from witnesses or examine footage from nearby traffic or surveillance cameras? These steps are essential for building a timeline and assessing the response of all involved drivers.
Second, has anyone considered whether a vehicle defect might have contributed to the crash? Both vehicles should be evaluated for mechanical or system-related issues. Were their headlights functioning properly? Did any braking or steering components malfunction? If either vehicle was equipped with forward-collision or pedestrian detection systems, were they working at the time? These are not speculative concerns. They’re real questions that need answers, especially if there was any failure that reduced a driver’s ability to react to a pedestrian in the roadway.
Finally, has all the electronic data related to the crash been collected? Both vehicles likely contain engine control modules that record critical information, such as speed, throttle position, brake application and steering inputs just before impact. That data can provide insight into whether the drivers were operating safely or had time to respond. In addition, security footage or dashcams may show whether the pedestrian was stationary, moving or possibly attempting to cross. The pedestrian’s own phone or GPS device, if recovered, might also help clarify their movements before the crash. Like all digital evidence, this information must be secured quickly.
Crashes like this deserve more than a summary judgment. A man lost his life, and while the fact that he was on the interstate may raise immediate assumptions, we can’t fully understand what happened — or why — without a complete investigation. Only by asking the right questions, preserving all available evidence and examining every angle can we provide the clarity and accountability that those affected deserve.
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