San Antonio, TX (October 11, 2026) – A man was injured in a wrong-way collision on southbound U.S. Highway 281 near Josephine Street in San Antonio on Friday, October 9. The wreck occurred shortly before 6 a.m. near the Pearl district, north of downtown.
A 29-year-old man was taken to a hospital after the collision. The extent of his injuries has not yet been released.
The San Antonio Police Department reported that a 32-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of driving while intoxicated. He was expected to face DWI charges. The crash closed at least two main southbound lanes of U.S. Highway 281.
The investigation into the cause of the collision remains ongoing.
We wish the injured man a full and steady recovery.
How Is Fault Determined After a Wrong-Way Crash in San Antonio, TX?
Fault in a San Antonio wrong-way crash depends on whether a driver acted negligently and caused the collision. Driving against traffic can be evidence of negligence, but the circumstances must establish who was responsible.
To determine what happened, crash reports, photographs, available video footage, vehicle damage, and eyewitness accounts can help establish each vehicle’s direction of travel. These details may clarify how the collision occurred and whether either driver violated traffic laws.
When a driver faces DWI allegations, criminal charges and civil injury claims are handled separately. An arrest does not establish guilt, and you do not need a criminal conviction to pursue a civil claim against a responsible driver.
If multiple people contributed to the crash, Texas law assigns each person a percentage of responsibility. Your compensation is reduced by your share of fault, and you cannot recover damages if you are more than 50 percent responsible.
In rare cases, exemplary damages may be available when clear and convincing evidence establishes gross negligence or other qualifying misconduct. However, suspected intoxication alone does not automatically establish entitlement to these damages.
If fault remains disputed, a car accident lawyer can review the evidence and help determine who may be responsible. An attorney can also communicate with insurance companies on your behalf.
Medical bills and insurance questions can make the weeks after a car accident difficult. Brian C. Gutierrez helps injured people across Texas address these concerns and provides clear guidance throughout the claims process.
If you were injured in a wrong-way crash in San Antonio, call Brian C. Gutierrez at (979) 243-9912. We can discuss what happened, answer your questions, and guide you through your next steps.
Note: This post is based on information obtained from publicly available secondary sources. While we strive to ensure the accuracy of the information presented, Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC has not independently verified all details of the incident reported. If you notice any inaccuracies or missing information, please contact Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC so we can promptly review and update the content.
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