80-Year-Old Man Killed, Three Injured in San Antonio Two-Vehicle Crash on Rigsby Avenue

San Antonio, Texas (April 1, 2021) – According to police, a man was killed, and three people, including a 2-year-old, were injured Wednesday evening in a two-vehicle crash in San Antonio.

The fatal crash occurred on March 31, in the 2600 block of Rigsby Avenue near Covington Avenue.

Police said an 80-year-old man was driving out of a side street when he was T-boned by a silver car occupied by four people.

The silver car caught fire after the collision.

The man was pronounced dead at the scene. His name has not been released.

Three people, including a 2-year-old, in the silver car, were taken to the hospital for treatment. The child was listed in critical condition.

The crash closed both directions of Rigsby Avenue.

The crash remains under investigation.

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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