One Killed and Two Injured in San Antonio 18-Wheeler Crash on I-37 at Loop 1604

San Antonio, Texas (January 23, 2021) – One person was killed, and two others were injured in an 18-wheeler crash on Friday in San Antonio, according to police.

The fatal crash happened around 10:00 p.m., January 22, on Interstate 37.

Police said an 18-wheeler carrying molasses drifted to the right, struck a guardrail, and then crashed into a bridge abutment. It flew off the overpass onto Loop 1604 and landed in the center lane of eastbound Loop 1604, where the tractor and trailer separated. 

A Dodge Caravan heading westbound on Loop 1604 was struck by either the truck or the trailer. The tractor went through a guardrail and came to rest on the embankment under the overpass, and burst into flames.

The 18-wheeler driver was killed in the crash.

The two people in the Dodge were taken to Brooke Army Medical Center with minor injuries.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

Commercial trucks are known to cause over 90% of accidents in Houston. These truck drivers must understand that their actions majorly contribute to most of the accidents on the roads. It is also important for others on the same roads with truck drivers to understand that maximum precaution should be taken while driving near trucks. While small mistakes like ignoring the turn signal prior to turning may cause accidents, major causes of these accidents are rooted in other factors like exhaustion on the part of truck drivers. If the reasons for the crash are anchored to the failure of following the right turn or driving at a speed that is not legally recommended, a personal injury lawyer or a wrongful death lawyer will be useful in such scenarios. 

If you have lost a loved one in an accident with a huge truck, it is advisable to get a lawyer who will facilitate the process of compensation.

Our attorneys at  Joel A. Gordon & Associates will fight for you.

To speak with an attorney Click to call: 281-943-5555.