San Antonio, TX, December 26, 2025
A 29-year-old man was arrested in San Antonio on Christmas Eve after crashing into an electrical pole and fleeing on foot with a child. The incident occurred on Highway 151, where police witnessed the crash and pursued the driver, who was found with the child on the other side of the highway. The child suffered minor injuries and was evaluated at the scene. The driver faces potential charges for child endangerment and possible driving while intoxicated, as investigations continue.
San Antonio Driver Arrested After Crashing and Fleeing with Child on Christmas Eve
San Antonio, TX – A 29-year-old man was arrested on Christmas Eve after crashing his vehicle into an electrical pole and fleeing on foot with a child across the main lanes of Highway 151. The incident occurred around 8:20 p.m. near the 9900 block of Texas 151 Access Road, close to Potranco Road. Police observed the crash and saw the driver exit the vehicle, remove a child passenger, and run across the highway. Officers apprehended the man and evaluated the child, who sustained minor injuries. The driver is being evaluated for possible driving while intoxicated and faces potential charges for child endangerment. The investigation is ongoing.
Details of the Incident
At approximately 8:20 p.m. on December 24, 2025, San Antonio police were patrolling the access road in the 9900 block of Texas 151 near Potranco Road when they witnessed a vehicle lose control and crash into an electrical pole. As officers approached the scene, the driver exited the vehicle, removed a child passenger, and fled on foot across the main lanes of Highway 151, a busy stretch of roadway. Police pursued the man and found him with the child on the opposite side of the highway. The driver was taken into custody, and emergency medical services evaluated the child at the scene. The child was reported to have minor injuries. The driver is being evaluated for possible driving while intoxicated and faces potential charges for child endangerment. The investigation is ongoing.
Background Context
This incident highlights the ongoing issue of impaired driving in San Antonio. During the 2024 holiday season, Texas recorded more than 2,000 alcohol-related crashes, resulting in 96 deaths and 201 serious injuries. In response, the Texas Department of Transportation has intensified its “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” campaign, increasing law enforcement presence to deter impaired driving through January 1, 2026.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 9900 block of Texas 151 Access Road, near Potranco Road, San Antonio, TX |
| Time | Approximately 8:20 p.m., December 24, 2025 |
| Driver’s Age | 29 years old |
| Child’s Age | Approximately 2 years old |
| Driver’s Actions | Crashed into an electrical pole, fled on foot with child across Highway 151 |
| Charges | Possible driving while intoxicated, potential child endangerment |
| Child’s Condition | Minor injuries, evaluated at the scene |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened during the incident on December 24, 2025?
A 29-year-old man crashed his vehicle into an electrical pole and fled on foot with a child across Highway 151. He was arrested and evaluated for possible driving while intoxicated. The child sustained minor injuries. The investigation is ongoing.
What charges is the driver facing?
The driver is being evaluated for possible driving while intoxicated and faces potential charges for child endangerment.
What is the current status of the child involved?
The child was evaluated by emergency medical services at the scene and was reported to have sustained minor injuries.
What is the Texas Department of Transportation doing to address impaired driving?
The Texas Department of Transportation has intensified its “Drive Sober. No Regrets.” campaign, increasing law enforcement presence to deter impaired driving through January 1, 2026.
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