Jose Banda Killed in San Antonio Bulldozer Crash at Loop 1604 and Interstate 10

San Antonio, Texas (July 30, 2021) – The man who was killed Thursday morning after crashing into a bulldozer in San Antonio’s East Side has been identified as Jose Francisco Banda, 33, according to the authorities.

The fatal crash happened around 6:20 a.m., July 29, at the intersection of Loop 1604 and Interstate 10 East.

Authorities said Banda was driving his SUV northbound, approaching an active construction zone at the intersection under I-10. He was trying to beat the red traffic signal light when he hit the side of the bulldozer that was making a U-turn and had the right-of-way.

Banda was pinned inside of his car and was pronounced dead at the scene.

The bulldozer driver was uninjured in the crash and remained at the scene.

The police are investigating the crash.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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