Frightening Multi-Car Collision on Highway 281 Led to Injuries [Marble Falls, TX]

Marble Falls, TX (November 21, 2025) — A suspected drunk driver caused a collision on Highway 281 in Marble Falls, injuring a 3-year-old girl and damaging several vehicles.

According to police, the shocking incident happened at around 1:09 p.m., and first responders arrived at a hit-and-run near La Ventana Drive and South US Highway 281. Officers soon located the driver of a 2016 Ram 2500, who had already collided with a Jeep SUV driven by 19-year-old Celeste Prado at Max Starcke Dam Road and Highway 281.

Police say the driver fled into a nearby neighborhood, striking a stop sign before crashing into a light pole and traffic sign. The Ram then hit a Dodge Journey driven by 30-year-old Brittany Ashlock of Burnet, who had her 3-year-old daughter in the vehicle. A Lexus driven by 75-year-old Dan Smalley then struck the Ram, and the suspect tried to flee again—crashing into a Ford F-250 driven by 62-year-old Veronica Leenen.

The Ram’s driver and the 3-year-old girl were both airlifted to Dell Seton Medical Center and are in stable condition. The driver now faces multiple felony and misdemeanor charges, including aggravated assault and DWI.

Let’s Drive Safer Together

High-speed crashes can occur in the blink of an eye, but so many are preventable with small, intelligent decisions. Pay attention, don’t get distracted (say, by texting) and never drive after drinking. As ever – obey speed limits, buckle up and keep plenty of room between yourself and other vehicles. These are small enough measures to save lives — including your own.

We can all take steps to help keep our roads safe for ourselves, our families and our communities.

Sweet Lawyers reminds all drivers to stay alert and never drive under the influence. A single reckless choice can cause life-altering harm. Stay safe and make responsible decisions on the road.

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The Aftermath of Traffic Accidents

Traffic accidents can lead to a variety of injuries, both physical and emotional. Personal injuries encompass a wide range of incidents, from minor scrapes to severe trauma, such as those sustained in traffic accidents. These injuries may have long-lasting impacts, making recovery difficult and emotional.

If you’re involved in a traffic accident, it’s essential to understand your rights and know what steps to take. Finding the right legal team to defend your interests allows you to focus on healing while they handle the complexities of your case. With our experienced attorneys on your side, victims and their families can find peace of mind knowing they are not alone in the pursuit of justice.

When someone fails to meet their duty of care, the consequences can be devastating. The resulting damages from physical injuries to emotional trauma, mental disabilities, and financial losses can be life-altering.

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