Bexar County, TX — September 3, 2025, Dylan Sandoval was killed due to a pedestrian versus hit-and-run car accident at about 10:00 p.m. on Culebra Street.
According to authorities, Dylan Michael Sandoval was on foot attempting to cross Culebra Street from south to north in the vicinity west of the General McMullen intersection when the accident took place.
Officials indicate that, for as yet unknown reasons, Sandoval was struck by a westbound vehicle of unknown make or model. The vehicle allegedly fled the scene, the person(s) inside failing to stop and render aid of any sort to the victim. Sandoval reportedly suffered fatal injuries due to the collision and was declared deceased at the scene. Additional details pertaining to this incident are not available at this point in time.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a person loses their life to a hit-and-run, it leaves more than just a legal mess behind—it leaves a hole where answers should be. Someone fled, but we also need to know what else may have gone wrong, and whether the full story is even being pursued.
Did the investigation go beyond the surface?
With a fatality and a fleeing driver, the initial response has to be more than routine. Investigators should have carefully documented debris fields, impact zones, and lighting conditions. They should also have searched for paint transfer or shattered parts that might help identify the vehicle. But not all hit-and-run scenes receive the detailed forensic work they deserve. Without that extra layer of scrutiny, vital clues may go uncollected.
Is there any indication the vehicle had issues that played a role?
Even when a driver flees, it’s possible that vehicle failure contributed—especially in situations involving nighttime pedestrian crashes. Malfunctioning headlights, faulty braking systems, or sensor problems can all play a role in reducing reaction time or driver awareness. If the vehicle is eventually found, a mechanical inspection should be part of the process, not an afterthought. Too often, those questions are overshadowed by the focus on tracking down the driver.
Has all the digital evidence been tracked down and preserved?
A hit-and-run on a major street at night may have been caught on nearby surveillance cameras or traffic monitoring systems. Investigators should have canvassed businesses and city infrastructure quickly, before footage is erased or overwritten. Toll tags, license plate readers, and even telematics from the fleeing car—if it’s located—could all shed light on the vehicle’s movements before and after the crash. But delays in evidence collection mean the trail can go cold faster than people realize.
When someone is left to die on the street, the obligation isn’t just to find the one who ran. It’s to ask every question, chase every lead, and make sure no part of the truth is left on the pavement.
Key Takeaways:
- Fatal hit-and-run scenes need thorough, methodical investigation to identify both the vehicle and driver.
- Mechanical defects could have contributed, and should be checked if the vehicle is found.
- Surveillance, telematics, and digital records must be preserved quickly to avoid lost evidence.
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