Three people are fighting for their lives after a violent multi-vehicle crash on San Antonio’s Northwest Side Wednesday afternoon that shut down a busy intersection and pulled in a major emergency response.
The collision happened around 3:54 p.m. at the intersection of Culebra Road and Arcadia Creek. Crews converged on the scene as traffic backed up and investigators worked to piece together what happened. Officials have not yet released details about the victims or a possible cause.
What we know
According to KENS 5, the San Antonio Fire Department reported that three people were transported to the hospital with major, life-threatening injuries. The exact number of vehicles involved was not immediately clear as first responders were still working the scene and gathering information.
The outlet described the situation as developing, with more details expected once investigators complete their initial work and authorities are ready to release additional information.
Where it happened
The crash unfolded along a heavily traveled stretch of Culebra Road that has already seen its share of serious wrecks in recent months. KSAT reported a Dec. 9 crash on nearby Culebra that left one person dead and sent two others to the hospital, while MySanAntonio detailed the traffic disruptions that followed.
Those earlier incidents underscore how quickly traffic can snarl and stakes can rise on busy Northwest Side corridors when something goes wrong.
Investigation ongoing
The cause of Wednesday’s wreck has not been determined, and authorities say the intersection remains under investigation. KENS 5 reports that officials consider the crash an active investigation and expect to release more details as they become available.
Drivers moving through the area should be prepared for possible delays while crews finish cleanup and investigators work to determine how the crash unfolded.
