Tragic Driveway Accident Claims Life of 11-year-old Boy on Northwest Side

San Antonio’s Heartache: 11-year-old Boy Dies in Driveway Accident

In a devastating turn of events, an 11-year-old boy was struck and killed by a car in the driveway of a Northwest Side home. The break of an otherwise serene day on Saturday was marked by the tragic news that shocked both the local community and citywide.

Details of the Incident

The incident occurred around 4:15 p.m., when the boy’s older juvenile relative got behind the wheel of a parked vehicle in the driveway. According to the police, the inexperienced driver, who did not possess a license, mistakenly had the car in drive instead of reverse.

The juvenile driver attempted to maneuver the vehicle, believing it was set to reverse. Instead, he drove forward, hitting the 11-year-old victim. A family member in the house was awakened by the collision and rushed to render aid.

Response to the Tragedy

The injured boy was quickly moved to a local hospital, but his injuries proved fatal. The untimely demise of the 11-year-old has sparked grief and sorrow in the family, which extended to the tight-knit community of the Northwest Side.

The local police and investigators arrived at the scene, working on collecting evidence and details surrounding the unfortunate incident. Cooperation from the family members of the young boy has been acknowledged by the police department throughout the investigative process.

Victim Identified

In a recent update, the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the deceased boy as Obaidullah Sailani. The seemingly normal day transformed into a nightmare for the Sailani family, who are now grappling with the loss of their beloved child in such an unforeseen accident.

The bitter incident has cast a shadow over the community, once again highlighting the perils of underage and unlicensed driving.

The Investigation Continues

While the sorrow of losing such a young life in distressing circumstances permeates the community, the investigation into the details and facts of the incident is still ongoing. It is of paramount importance to understand the facts surrounding the unnecessary loss of a young and promising life.

The local authorities have advised community members to ensure that their vehicles are operated by licensed and experienced drivers only to prevent such tragic incidents in the future.