San Antonio, TX (May 31, 2026) – Several people were hurt early in the morning after a two-vehicle collision at the intersection of Southwest Military Drive and New Laredo Highway on the city’s southwest side.
San Antonio Police said officers responded around 1:12 a.m. on Sunday, May 31, following reports of a major accident at the intersection. Investigators said a 35-year-old man was traveling eastbound on Southwest Military Drive when he allegedly ran a red light.
Police said the vehicle then struck another car that was attempting to turn onto New Laredo Highway. Occupants from both vehicles were checked at the scene before being taken to local hospitals for additional medical evaluation.
Officials have not released details on the extent of the injuries. No arrests have been made at this time. Investigators are still reviewing what led up to the intersection crash. Our hearts are with the injured, and we hope for their healing.
How Red-Light Intersection Crashes Commonly Occur
Intersection crashes often happen when drivers misjudge signal timing or attempt to cross through changing lights. Busy junctions like Southwest Military Drive and New Laredo Highway can carry steady traffic flow, increasing the risk of conflict between turning and through vehicles.
When a driver enters an intersection against a red light, cross-traffic may have little time to react, especially during early morning hours when visibility is reduced. These types of crashes are frequently reviewed using traffic signal data, witness statements, and roadway camera footage. Even when injuries are not immediately classified as severe, occupants are often evaluated at hospitals due to the force involved in multi-vehicle impacts.
