San Antonio Shaken by Fatal Hit-And-Run Incident
Following a hit-and-run crash on West Side, San Antonio late on Tuesday night, one man is reported dead. According to San Antonio Police Department, the incident occurred at around 10 p.m. near the crisscross of Culebra Road and North General McMullen. The accident has left the local community in shock as the search for the culprit continues.
Details of the Incident
The victim was reportedly attempting to cross Culebra Road when a pickup truck struck him. The unidentified man was pronounced dead at the site of the crash. In a shocking revelation, the police reported the driver of the vehicle did not stop after the incident or attempt to render aid.
The mishap triggered a swift response from the local police and emergency departments. In addition to the San Antonio Police Department, the San Antonio Fire Department and the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) were also present at the site.
Regrettably, the driver involved in the hit-and-run has not yet been caught. Police investigations into the incident continue as officers canvass the area in search of any evidence to aid in the identification of the vehicle and its owner.
Public Appeal
The police department has made a public appeal for any potential witnesses to come forward with information to help in locating the constituent involved in the hit-and-run. Anyone who was in the vicinity of Culebra Road and North General McMullen on Tuesday night, and may have noticed unusual activity or vehicles rapidly leaving the area, is encouraged to contact the San Antonio Police Department.
Grieving the Loss
The identity of the victim has yet been disclosed. The local community waits anxiously for any updates on the case, offering their condolences for the family of the deceased. The tragic incident serves as a painful reminder of the dangers pedestrians can face, even in their local neighborhoods, calling further attention to the need for road safety measures.
Let this tragic incident be a brutal reminder of our responsibilities as drivers. That every time we get behind the wheel, we hold the safety of other people at our discretion. Our decisions can take a life or save one. Take this time to remind yourself of the gravity of the responsibility that the driving seat holds.