San Antonio, August 24, 2025
News Summary
A tragic incident occurred on San Antonio’s South Side when 33-year-old Jeanette Espitia, a pregnant mother of three, was fatally struck by a vehicle while crossing Southeast Military Drive outside a marked crosswalk. The collision, involving a Dodge Caliber, left her critically injured. Despite being transported to a local hospital, she succumbed to her injuries. The driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with authorities, who have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
San Antonio
Mother of three dies after being struck by vehicle on South Side
San Antonio police are investigating a pedestrian fatality that occurred just after 10:30 p.m. on August 21, 2025, at the intersection of Southeast Military Drive and Old Corpus Christi Highway on the city’s South Side. The victim, identified as 33-year-old Jeanette Espitia, who was pregnant at the time, was struck while attempting to cross SE Military Drive outside a designated crosswalk. She was taken to a local hospital where she later died from her injuries. She leaves behind three young children.
Key facts
The vehicle involved was a Dodge Caliber traveling eastbound on SE Military Drive. A young child who was with the victim at the time of the collision was not injured. The driver of the Dodge Caliber remained at the scene and cooperated with police. Authorities have opened an investigation into the circumstances of the crash. This story is developing and further updates are expected.
Immediate aftermath and response
Emergency responders transported the victim to a hospital from the scene. Medical personnel later confirmed the victim died from injuries sustained in the collision. Police officers remained at the scene to gather evidence and conduct an initial inquiry. The driver stayed and cooperated with investigators, and there were no reports of additional vehicles involved in the incident.
Safety and scene details
The collision occurred while the victim was crossing outside a marked crosswalk on a well-traveled section of SE Military Drive. The exact reason she was crossing at that location has not been released. The child who was with the victim at the time was reported uninjured and was cared for by responders at the scene.
Investigation status
Police have classified the event as a fatal traffic collision and are conducting an investigation into the circumstances, including position and movement of the vehicle and pedestrian at the time of impact. Additional information, including any potential charges or further findings, has not been released. Authorities have indicated the matter remains under active investigation and that updates will be provided as they become available.
Context
This incident resulted in the death of a pregnant woman and the loss deeply affects the victim’s family, who now face the sudden death of a parent and the care of three young children. Beyond the immediate investigation, community members often await official findings from law enforcement to understand contributing factors and any recommended safety responses. No official determination of fault or criminal charges has been announced at this time.
FAQ
What happened?
A pedestrian, identified as 33-year-old Jeanette Espitia, was struck by an eastbound Dodge Caliber on SE Military Drive near Old Corpus Christi Highway shortly after 10:30 p.m. on August 21, 2025. She was transported to a hospital and later died.
Where did the crash occur?
The crash occurred at the intersection of Southeast Military Drive and Old Corpus Christi Highway on San Antonio’s South Side.
Was anyone else injured?
A young child who was with the victim at the time was uninjured. No other injuries have been reported.
Who was driving the vehicle?
The vehicle involved was a Dodge Caliber. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with police.
Is the investigation ongoing?
Yes. Police are conducting an investigation into the collision. Further updates are expected as investigators release more information.
Key details table
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Victim | Jeanette Espitia, 33, pregnant at time of crash |
| Date & time | Just after 10:30 p.m., August 21, 2025 |
| Location | Intersection of Southeast Military Drive & Old Corpus Christi Highway, San Antonio South Side |
| Vehicle | Dodge Caliber, eastbound on SE Military Drive |
| Children affected | Three children left by the victim; one child at scene uninjured |
| Driver | Remained at scene and cooperated with police |
| Investigation | Active police investigation; updates pending |
Timeline
| Date / Time | Event | Status / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2025 — just after 10:30 p.m. | Pedestrian struck on SE Military Drive at Old Corpus Christi Highway | Police response and scene reported |
| Aug 21, 2025 — late night | Victim transported to local hospital | Medical transport confirmed |
| Aug 21–22, 2025 | Victim later died of injuries | Hospital confirmed fatality |
| Aug 22, 2025 — ongoing | Police continue investigation; driver cooperated; child uninjured | Active investigation |
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Note: Charts show counts derived from reported facts in the developing incident. Authorities continue to investigate and may release additional information.
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