Suspect Flees After Crashing Into Elderly Man During Police Chase in San Antonio
Elderly Man Hospitalized Following Collision
An elderly man is in hospital following a harrowing vehicle collision on Friday evening, near San Pedro Ave and W Contour Dr in San Antonio. The incident unfolded when the suspect, driving a Jeep Wrangler, reportedly fled from the scene of a traffic stop initiated by local law enforcement. In a reckless escape attempt, the suspect ran a stop sign and collided with a Chevy LTS driven by the elderly man.
The hit-and-run collision resulted in serious bodily injuries to the victim, necessitating immediate medical intervention. The victim, yet unnamed, continues to remain in a stable condition at a local hospital.
Suspect Evades Law Enforcement
In a blatant display of disregard for the law and public safety, the hit-and-run suspect absconded from the accident scene, successfully evading the pursuing law enforcement. Vacating the Jeep Wrangler, the suspect chose to forego providing any aid to the victim of his reckless actions.
The local law enforcement has since launched an extensive search for the suspect, who continues to be at large. The investigators have also forewarned that charges are imminent for the driver of the Jeep Wrangler once he is located and apprehended.
Public’s Assistance Solicited
Authorities have sought the public’s assistance in the ongoing manhunt for the suspect. They have encouraged anyone with any information related to the incident or the suspect’s identity or whereabouts to come forward immediately and assist the investigation.
Furthermore, the law enforcement has also reiterated their commitment to ensuring public safety. They issued a stern warning against reckless driving and evading law enforcement, emphasizing the grave consequences that such actions could lead to, including criminal charges and incarceration.
A Community in Shock
The incident has drawn widespread shock and outrage from the local community. Many residents expressed their empathy for the victim while voicing their concern over law and order and public safety in the neighborhood. The violent nature of the crime underscores persistent issues of traffic safety and disobedience of the law.
In this unsettling event’s aftermath, community members are rallying together in hopes for a swift recovery of the elderly crash victim and an equally swift justice served to the suspect who precipitated this tragic event.