San Antonio, Texas, November 28, 2025
A collision occurred between a San Antonio Police Department patrol car and a civilian vehicle while responding to an assault call. The incident, which took place on the South Side, resulted in injuries to two officers who were taken to a hospital for evaluation, while the civilian driver sustained minor injuries and declined hospitalization. An investigation is currently underway.
San Antonio Police Unit Collides with Civilian Vehicle on South Side
San Antonio, Texas – A San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) patrol car collided with a civilian vehicle on the South Side while responding to an assault call, resulting in injuries to two officers and minor injuries to the civilian driver.
Details of the Incident
At approximately 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 26, 2025, SAPD officers were en route to an assault-in-progress call in the 900 block of West Formosa Boulevard. The patrol car, with its emergency lights and siren activated, was traveling westbound on Hutchins Place when it collided with a 46-year-old civilian driver who had a green light. The impact caused both vehicles to veer off the roadway into a private parking lot. The patrol car struck an electrical box, deploying its airbags and injuring both officers inside. They were transported to a local hospital for precautionary evaluation. The civilian driver sustained minor injuries but declined hospitalization. An investigation into the crash is ongoing.
Background Information
This incident highlights the inherent risks associated with emergency response situations. SAPD’s General Manual outlines procedures for handling and investigating motor vehicle crashes involving police vehicles. According to Procedure 707 – Crash Investigation, all crashes involving police vehicles are to be investigated and reported on the Web-based TxDOT CRASH, #CR-3 form.
In similar incidents, SAPD officers have been involved in crashes while responding to emergency calls. For instance, on November 23, 2025, an SAPD officer was hospitalized with severe injuries after a collision at the intersection of North General McMullen and Blueridge Street. The officer was driving with lights and sirens activated when another vehicle entered the intersection and was struck by the patrol unit. The impact caused the civilian vehicle to roll over, and the patrol car sustained significant front-end damage. Four occupants from the other vehicle were transported to the hospital as a precaution. An investigation into that crash is also ongoing.
These incidents underscore the importance of both law enforcement and civilian drivers exercising caution and adhering to traffic laws, especially when emergency vehicles are present on the road.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What happened in the recent SAPD patrol car crash?
A San Antonio Police Department patrol car collided with a civilian vehicle on the South Side while responding to an assault-in-progress call. The crash resulted in injuries to two officers and minor injuries to the civilian driver. Both vehicles ended up in a private parking lot after the collision.
What are the current conditions of the individuals involved?
The two officers were transported to a local hospital for precautionary evaluation after the patrol car’s airbags deployed. The civilian driver sustained minor injuries but declined hospitalization.
Is there an ongoing investigation into the crash?
Yes, the San Antonio Police Department is conducting an investigation into the crash to determine the exact circumstances and causes.
What procedures does SAPD follow for crashes involving police vehicles?
According to SAPD’s General Manual, all crashes involving police vehicles are to be investigated and reported on the Web-based TxDOT CRASH, #CR-3 form.
Have there been similar incidents involving SAPD officers?
Yes, there have been similar incidents. For example, on November 23, 2025, an SAPD officer was hospitalized with severe injuries after a collision at the intersection of North General McMullen and Blueridge Street. The officer was driving with lights and sirens activated when another vehicle entered the intersection and was struck by the patrol unit.
Key Features of the Incident
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | 900 block of West Formosa Boulevard, San Antonio, Texas |
| Time | Approximately 4 p.m., November 26, 2025 |
| Involved Parties | San Antonio Police Department patrol car and 46-year-old civilian driver |
| Injuries | Two officers with precautionary hospital evaluation; civilian driver with minor injuries |
| Investigation Status | Ongoing by San Antonio Police Department |
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