In Duncanville, Texas, a wrong-way crash on US 67 near Danieldale Road reportedly killed 29-year-old Kenan Ellis and seriously injured two of his cousins, Shaun and Shaud Steward. The collision occurred late on September 3, according to reports. Reports state that a vehicle traveling north in the highway's southbound lanes struck another car head-on and also made contact with several other vehicles. Shaun and Shaud Steward were taken to a hospital with serious injuries. Family members reportedly said both men sustained multiple broken bones, and one might need a wheelchair for several months during recovery. Police arrested 26-year-old Alexander Nunez in connection with the crash. Authorities alleged that Nunez had been driving a stolen Audi in the wrong direction and was intoxicated. He faces charges including intoxication manslaughter, two counts of intoxication assault, and unauthorized use of a vehicle. Those are allegations, not a final finding of criminal guilt or civil responsibility. Authorities' investigation and the evidence will determine what occurred. What Makes This Incident Different The reported collision involved a vehicle traveling against the designated direction of traffic on a major highway. Head-on crashes can be especially destructive because vehicles approach one another from opposite directions, leaving drivers little time or space to respond. This incident also reportedly involved multiple vehicles, one death, and two people with serious injuries. Beyond the immediate physical harm, a crash of this kind can create difficult questions about medical care, income interruption, insurance coverage, and the loss experienced by a family after a fatal collision. The criminal allegations reported in this matter should not be confused with a civil case. A criminal proceeding addresses whether the government can prove criminal charges. A civil investigation can separately examine the available evidence, losses, insurance issues, and whether a person or entity may have legal responsibility under Texas law. Questions Investigators May Examine Investigators may examine where the reported wrong-way vehicle entered US 67 and how long it traveled in the southbound lanes before the collision. Records or video may help clarify the sequence of events, the position of each vehicle, and whether other drivers had an opportunity to react. They may also examine whether the reported vehicle contact occurred in the order described by witnesses and physical evidence. Vehicle damage, roadway debris, final positions, and electronic vehicle data may help reconstruct the crash, but the evidence will determine the conclusions. Because authorities alleged intoxication and reported failed field sobriety tests, the criminal investigation may examine the evidence connected to those allegations. Any civil review should likewise rely on verified records rather than assumptions. The pending charges themselves do not establish fault or liability. Evidence That May Need to Be Preserved Evidence can disappear quickly after a highway crash. A family or seriously injured person may wish to discuss prompt preservation steps with counsel. Depending on what exists, potentially useful material may include: - Law-enforcement crash reports, photographs, measurements, and reconstruction materials - Video from highway, traffic, business, or private cameras that may have captured relevant roadway areas - Statements and contact information from witnesses and involved motorists - Photographs of vehicle damage, debris, roadway markings, and the final resting locations of the vehicles - Event-data recorder information and other available electronic data from involved vehicles - Towing, storage, repair, and inspection records that document vehicle condition after the crash - Medical records, bills, rehabilitation documentation, and proof of time missed from work for injured people - Records concerning funeral expenses and financial losses following a death Preservation requests may be important before vehicles are repaired, sold, or destroyed and before video systems overwrite recordings. What Families Should Know Texas law may allow an injured person to seek compensation for legally recognized losses when evidence establishes another party's responsibility. A person who lost a close family member may also have options under Texas wrongful-death and survival laws, depending on the family relationship, the available evidence, and other case-specific facts. Insurance representatives may seek statements, medical authorizations, or an early settlement before the full effects of serious injuries are known. Families can ask questions, keep copies of all communications and expenses, and avoid assuming that an insurer's initial assessment reflects the full value of a claim. Texas claims often have deadlines. In many personal-injury and wrongful-death cases, a two-year limitations period may apply, though exceptions and different rules can affect a particular claim. Waiting can also make it harder to obtain video, vehicle information, and witness recollections. Speaking with a Texas attorney promptly can help a family understand the timeline without promising any particular outcome. How Dunk Law Can Help Dunk Law represents people and families affected by serious Texas vehicle collisions, including fatal and catastrophic wrong-way crashes. Our team can evaluate the reported facts, help seek preservation of relevant crash evidence, review insurance issues, and explain potential civil options in plain English. If you were injured in the Duncanville crash or lost a loved one, Dunk Law can discuss the circumstances confidentially and help you understand what information may matter as the investigation continues. Related Dunk Law Resources - Car accident claims - Catastrophic injury claims - Wrongful death claims This post is based on publicly available news reports and is provided for general information only. It is not legal advice.