Alarming Hit-and-Run Crash on Historical Highway 90 and San Joaquin Street Injures 1 [San Antonio, TX]

1 Person Hurt in San Antonio Bicycle Accident on Historical Highway 90 and San Joaquin Street

SAN ANTONIO, TX (September 2, 2024) – Friday, an alarming hit-and-run crash on Historical Highway 90 and San Joaquin Street injured 1 person.

The incident occurred at about 10:30 p.m. on Historical Highway 90 and San Joaquin Street.

A man, estimated to be in his late 30s or early 40s, was struck by a truck while attempting to cross the street on his bicycle, outside of the designated crosswalk. The driver did not stop to assist, according to the SAPD.

Police investigated the hit-and-run incident, which left the man critically injured. He was rushed to a nearby hospital, where his condition has since stabilized. 

The incident remains under investigation, and authorities have stated that the driver, once identified, will face charges for a collision resulting in serious bodily injury.

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What’s Next after Alarming Hit-and-Run Crash on Historical Highway 90 and San Joaquin Street

According to NHTSA, pedestrian and bicyclist accidents continue to rise in the United States. More pedestrians and cyclists died in 2018 than in any year since 1990.

To avoid any involvement in serious accidents, be a proactive driver. Driving defensively prepares you for emergencies.

It is also crucial that everyone remain calm to properly handle the immediate aftermath of a bicycle collision. Moreover, the most valuable step you can take in response to a vehicle crash is hiring a personal injury attorney.

“A common misconception is that personal injury lawyers don’t care. That is simply not true. Injury lawyers care about and want justice for their clients. We are motivated by the desire to make our clients whole again,” says Steve Baric of Sweet Lawyers, a practicing attorney.