San Antonio, TX — February 28, 2025, a pedestrian was injured in a hit-and-run truck accident at about 10:45 p.m. on State Highway Loop 1604.
A preliminary accident report indicates that a white semi-truck hit a pedestrian while heading east near Vance Jackson Road. The truck did not stop after the collision.
The pedestrian, a man whose name has not been made public, suffered serious injuries in the crash, according to the report.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the Bexar County crash.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When a pedestrian gets hit by a semi-truck and the driver doesn’t stop, people understandably want answers: How does a professional driver hit someone and just keep going? Was the driver even aware of the impact? And if they were, why flee?
At this stage, there are more questions than answers. Authorities have said a white semi-truck struck a pedestrian along Loop 1604 and then left the scene. What’s not clear is what led up to the crash. Was the pedestrian crossing the highway? Walking along the shoulder? Was the truck in the correct lane? Without that information, it’s impossible to know if the truck driver did something wrong, or if the pedestrian was somewhere he wasn’t supposed to be. But no matter what, the law is clear: drivers must stop after a crash, especially one involving injuries.
Why Investigations in Hit-and-Run Truck Crashes Must Go Deeper
One thing I’ve learned from investigating truck crashes over the years is that “we don’t know what happened” can’t be the final word. If the truck is ever identified, there’s a wide range of technology that could help paint a clear picture. The truck’s engine control module (ECM) will likely show things like speed, braking and throttle input in the moments before impact. If the vehicle has in-cab cameras, as many fleet trucks now do, there may be video evidence of the pedestrian’s presence on the road.
Cell phone records can also be critical. Was the driver texting? Talking? Streaming a video? Those are not just traffic violations; they could tip the scale toward civil or even criminal responsibility.
But the investigation doesn’t end with the driver. In many of these cases, the company that hired the driver is just as important to examine. Did they check the driver’s history? Has this driver run before, either from accidents or legal obligations? What kind of supervision or safety protocols were in place? Depending on what the evidence shows, responsibility might rest on more than just the person behind the wheel.
Accountability Starts with Identification
As of now, the truck involved hasn’t been found. That raises a whole new set of questions. Were there nearby traffic cameras? Was there any dash cam footage from other drivers? Did anyone get a plate number? Until the truck is identified and located, no one can get to the bottom of what really happened, or who should be held accountable.
Key Takeaways
- It’s not yet known how the pedestrian and truck came into contact or what led to the collision.
- Failing to stop after a crash involving injury is illegal and raises serious questions about the driver’s actions.
- Identifying the truck and driver is the first step toward uncovering the full story.
- Technology like ECM data, in-cab video and cell phone records can offer key insights, if investigators can access them.
- Responsibility may not stop with the driver; hiring practices and oversight by the trucking company should also be reviewed.
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