San Antonio, Texas, December 8, 2025
A tragic accident occurred early Wednesday on Southeast Loop 410 in San Antonio, Texas, resulting in the death of 40-year-old David Gallegos. He lost control of his vehicle while driving at high speeds, colliding with a parked 18-wheeler. Emergency responders pronounced him dead at the scene due to blunt force injuries. The truck driver was uninjured, and the incident remains under investigation by the San Antonio Police Department, highlighting ongoing safety concerns on local roadways.
San Antonio Man Dies in Crash with Parked 18-Wheeler on SE Loop 410
San Antonio, Texas – A 40-year-old man died early Wednesday morning after his vehicle collided with a parked 18-wheeler on the Southeast Loop 410. The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office identified the victim as David Gallegos, who succumbed to blunt force injuries at the scene.
Details of the Incident
The accident occurred around 12:30 a.m. in the 1900 block of Southeast Loop 410. According to the San Antonio Police Department, Gallegos was driving at high speeds when he lost control of his sedan, crossing multiple lanes and veering onto the access road. The vehicle then crashed into a parked 18-wheeler situated on private property. Emergency responders pronounced Gallegos dead at the scene. The truck driver was uninjured. The crash remains under investigation.
Background Information
Interstate 410, commonly known as Loop 410, is a major highway encircling San Antonio, Texas. It serves as a critical route for both local and interstate traffic. This incident adds to a series of recent fatal accidents involving 18-wheelers in the area, highlighting ongoing safety concerns on San Antonio’s roadways.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 1900 block of Southeast Loop 410, San Antonio, Texas |
| Time of Incident | Approximately 12:30 a.m. on Wednesday |
| Victim’s Name | David Gallegos, 40 |
| Cause of Death | Blunt force injuries |
| Truck Driver’s Condition | Uninjured |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing by San Antonio Police Department |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What caused the crash on Southeast Loop 410?
The driver lost control of his vehicle, crossed multiple lanes, and collided with a parked 18-wheeler on the access road. The exact cause of the loss of control is under investigation.
Was the truck driver injured in the accident?
No, the truck driver was uninjured in the crash.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The San Antonio Police Department is conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash.
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