San Antonio, TX (April 25, 2026) – A 22-year-old man was seriously injured in a crash involving an 18-wheeler on Friday evening in San Antonio.
The collision occurred around 5:35 p.m. along New Laredo Hwy between Cassin Rd and Plumnear Rd. Emergency units responded to the scene after reports of a major crash involving a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle.
According to initial information, the 18-wheeler was traveling northeast when traffic ahead began to slow. The driver attempted to avoid a collision by braking and moving into the oncoming lanes, where the truck collided with a vehicle traveling southwest.
The 22-year-old driver of the passenger vehicle was taken to a hospital in critical condition. The driver of the semi-truck remained at the scene and cooperated with investigators. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
Our thoughts are with the injured individual as he receives medical care.
How Head-On Collisions Involving Large Trucks Can Become Critical
Head-on crashes often result in severe injuries because the force of impact comes from two vehicles moving toward each other. When one of those vehicles is a large truck, the difference in size and weight can increase the severity of the crash.
Efforts to avoid collisions, such as sudden lane changes, can sometimes lead to new risks if opposing traffic is present. Split-second decisions made under pressure may change the direction of a crash but not prevent it entirely.
Roadways without barriers between directions of travel can raise the risk of these types of incidents. Maintaining safe following distances and reducing speed in slowing traffic can help lower the chances of a serious outcome.
