San Antonio – DUI Crash on Aragon Drive
Posted on Monday, April 1st, 2019 at 5:54 am
At least three people sustained injuries following a drunk driving crash on Aragon Drive, early Sunday morning.
At around 2:00 a.m., the San Antonio Police Department responded to wreck at the intersection of Aragon Drive and Palo Alto Drive. According to initial reports, a pickup truck was traveling near the cross streets when it collided head-on with a compact car.
The impact of the collision injured the elderly couple occupying the pickup truck. The elderly man was taken to a hospital for further care. He was listed in critical condition with head and internal injuries. Meanwhile, the woman was hospitalized for chest and neck pains.
Authorities said that the driver of the compact car was intoxicated during the time of the accident. He was also sent to a hospital for treatment but his condition remains unknown.
The case remains under investigation.
We are deeply saddened for the family and loved ones of the injured victim. Our prayers and thoughts are with them. We strongly believe that the San Antonio Police Department will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
Texas is among the states in the US that have the most car accidents which involved injuries and fatalities every year. Some of the common factors contributing to the rising cases of collisions in the area include the worsening traffic situation, weather conditions, and poor driving habits.
Bad driving habits are the greatest cause of a fatal crash. It can be lethal to the person behind the wheel, as well as the drivers on the road. Drivers who do not use their signal to change lanes or those who do not secure their blind spots before shifting direction are more likely to be involved in an accident. Some of the most dangerous driving habits include speeding, unsafe lane change, tailgating, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you or someone you love has been a victim of a car accident with a negligent driver, you have a right to fair compensation for the trauma you experienced and the injuries you have suffered.
