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SAPD: Man struck by vehicle, killed while walking along East Loop 410 access road
By Rocky Garza at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 25, 2026
· 1 min read
A 60-year-old man was hit by a vehicle and killed while he walked along an East Side access road Wednesday night, according to San Antonio police. Officers were dispatched to the incident just after 9:30 p.m. in the 500 block of the East Loop 410 access road near Tex-Con Road. Upon arrival, they ...
Key takeaway in the 500 block of the East Loop 410 access road near Tex-Con Road.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The fatal accident on East Loop 410 access road raises concerns about pedestrian safety in San Antonio, particularly on high-speed roads with limited pedestrian infrastructure. The incident occurred in an area with heavy vehicle traffic, where pedestrians often have to navigate narrow or non-existent sidewalks. This tragedy may prompt a re-examination of the city's efforts to improve pedestrian safety, such as enhancing street lighting, increasing crosswalk visibility, and implementing traffic calming measures. The fact that the driver remained on the scene and cooperated with the investigation suggests that the accident may have been unavoidable, but it also highlights the need for continued education and awareness campaigns to reduce the risk of pedestrian-vehicle collisions. As the investigation unfolds, the community will be watching to see if any changes are made to the road design or safety features to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 25, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A 60-year-old man was hit by a vehicle and killed while he walked along an East Side access road Wednesday night, according to San Antonio police. Officers were dispatched to the incident just after 9:30 p.m. in the 500 block of the East Loop 410 access road near Tex-Con Road. Upon arrival, they ...
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