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Medical examiner’s office identifies 2 killed in wrong-way crash near downtown
By Nate Kotisso, Rocky Garza, Alex Gamez, RJ Marquez, Spencer Heath at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 26, 2026
· 1 min read
The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office released the identities of two people killed in a crash Thursday morning near downtown. First responders were dispatched to the crash around 2:30 a.m. on the Interstate 35 southbound upper level near the Finesilver Curve. Upon arrival, investigators dete...
Key takeaway The driver of the Chrysler, identified as 27-year-old David Ortiz, and the driver of the Toyota, identified as 35-year-old John Rodriguez, were both pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
The fatal wrong-way crash on Interstate 35 near the Finesilver Curve raises concerns about public safety on Alamo Heights ' major thoroughfares. As the community mourns the loss of two lives, residents are likely to wonder what measures can be taken to prevent such tragedies in the future. The crash occurred on a stretch of highway that is familiar to many commuters in the area, highlighting the need for continued vigilance and awareness on the roads. With the investigation still ongoing, it remains to be seen whether any charges will be filed or if there were contributing factors to the crash. For now, the focus is on supporting the families of the victims and the passenger who remains hospitalized with life-threatening injuries. As the community comes to terms with this devastating incident, it will be important to monitor the response from local authorities and any potential changes to traffic safety measures in the area.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? The Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office released the identities of two people killed in a crash Thursday morning near downtown. First responders were dispatched to the crash around 2:30 a.m. on the Interstate 35 southbound upper level near the Finesilver Curve. Upon arrival, investigators dete...
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