San Antonio, TX - Officer Hurt in Crash at Culebra Rd & Rim Rock Trl

San Antonio, TX (March 30, 2024) - Two people were hurt, including a police officer, after a two-vehicle crash in the San Antonio area on Thursday, March 28. The accident was reported at the intersection of Culebra Road and Rim Rock Trail early that morning at around 11:15 a.m. Emergency responders were quickly dispatched after being notified of a police cruiser that was hit by another motorist. 

The two vehicles collided at the scene, and it is currently unclear who caused the collision. Both drivers were hurt and transported to a local hospital for treatment of sustained injuries. No other occupants were involved in the crash. Local accounts indicated that the other driver was headed south as the officer was traveling west when they crashed. The patrol car reportedly had sirens and lights engaged en route to a call at the time of the accident. No further information has been provided at this time. An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials. 

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Texas Car Accidents

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