TxDOT Leaks 300,000 Crash Reports

June 9, 2025 – The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is notifying individuals affected by a recent data breach involving the unauthorized download of nearly 300,000 crash records. The breach was discovered on May 12, 2025, when TxDOT detected unusual activity in its Crash Records Information System (CRIS). An investigation confirmed that the source of the breach was a compromised user account that was exploited to improperly access and download crash reports.

The accessed records may include sensitive personal information such as names, addresses, driver license numbers, license plate numbers, and car insurance policy details. While TxDOT is not legally required to notify impacted individuals, the agency has chosen to proactively send letters to those whose information was included in the compromised files.

TxDOT has set up a dedicated assistance line at 1-833-918-5951 to answer questions from affected individuals. The support line is available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Central Time, excluding U.S. holidays. Individuals are asked to have their engagement number, provided in the notification letter, ready when calling.

In response to the breach, TxDOT has disabled the compromised account and is enhancing its security protocols to prevent similar incidents. The situation remains under active investigation.