Man Dies in San Antonio Pedestrian Crash
San Antonio, TX (August 9, 2024) – A 57-year-old man was killed in a SW 34th Street accident early Thursday morning.
The fatal accident happened past 1 a.m. near the intersection with Old Historic Highway 90.
Troopers said the pedestrian was attempting to cross the street when he was struck by a silver suburban traveling east. According to them, the man was trying to cross the street where there was no crosswalk present.
Sadly, the man was killed at the crash scene.
Investigators said the driver called for help and rendered aid.
Meanwhile, the driver was not intoxicated when the accident happened and no charges are expected to be filed.
The San Antonio Police Department is investigating the fatal accident.
Sweet Lawyers expresses sympathies to the bereaved family. Our hearts are with you through these trying times.
The Aftermath of the 34th Street Accident
Each year, around 20-50 million people are injured or killed due to an auto crash.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, reckless driving is a leading cause of traffic accidents, accounting for approximately 33% of all crashes. These accidents result in thousands of deaths and injuries each year, highlighting the urgent need for stricter enforcement and increased awareness campaigns to combat this dangerous behavior on the roads.
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