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SAPD: Pedestrian hospitalized in critical condition after being hit by vehicle on Northwest Side
By Spencer Heath, Ricardo Moreno, Ken Huizar at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 8, 2026
· 1 min read
A pedestrian was rushed to a hospital in critical condition after they were hit by a vehicle on the Northwest Side, according to San Antonio police. Officers responded to the crash just before 9 p.m. Tuesday in the 2400 block of Babcock Road, which is located near Wurzbach Road. According to an S...
Key takeaway Tuesday in the 2400 block of Babcock Road, which is located near Wurzbach Road.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The incident on Babcock Road near Wurzbach Road raises concerns about pedestrian safety in areas without designated crosswalks. This stretch of road is known for its high volume of traffic, making it a hazardous area for pedestrians to navigate. The fact that the pedestrian attempted to cross multiple lanes in an area without a crosswalk suggests a lack of safe infrastructure for pedestrians. As the city continues to grow and develop, it is crucial that measures are taken to improve pedestrian safety, such as installing crosswalks and increasing lighting in areas with high foot traffic. The San Antonio Police Department's investigation into this incident will likely focus on determining the circumstances surrounding the crash, but it also highlights the need for the city to prioritize pedestrian safety in its urban planning efforts. This incident is also the second serious crash on the Northwest Side in a short period, following a fatal two-vehicle crash.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A pedestrian was rushed to a hospital in critical condition after they were hit by a vehicle on the Northwest Side, according to San Antonio police. Officers responded to the crash just before 9 p.m. Tuesday in the 2400 block of Babcock Road, which is located near Wurzbach Road. According to an S...
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