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Driver accused of hitting, killing pedestrian while racing on South Side, SAPD says
By Spencer Heath at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 29, 2026
· 1 min read
A 19-year-old driver hit and killed a pedestrian while racing against another vehicle on the South Side, according to San Antonio police. The crash happened just after 10:30 p.m. in the 1100 block of Southwest Military Drive, which is located near Mango Avenue. The driver, identified in an SAPD p...
Key takeaway in the 1100 block of Southwest Military Drive, which is located near Mango Avenue.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The fatal crash on Southwest Military Drive raises concerns about pedestrian safety on the South Side, where residents and visitors often walk to nearby businesses and residences. The incident occurred near the intersection with Mango Avenue, an area with a mix of commercial and residential properties. As the investigation unfolds, Terrell Hills residents may wonder about the potential impact on traffic enforcement and pedestrian safety measures in their own community, given the proximity to San Antonio's South Side. The fact that the driver pulled over two blocks from the crash suggests that the incident may have occurred in a area with moderate to high traffic volume, which could prompt calls for increased safety measures, such as improved lighting or enhanced crosswalks, to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 29, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 19-year-old driver hit and killed a pedestrian while racing against another vehicle on the South Side, according to San Antonio police. The crash happened just after 10:30 p.m. in the 1100 block of Southwest Military Drive, which is located near Mango Avenue. The driver, identified in an SAPD p...
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