SAN ANTONIO — Authorities have confirmed the identity of a woman who died early Saturday morning following a tragic accident on Interstate 10. Perla Grimaldo, 39, succumbed to multiple blunt force injuries after being struck by a vehicle amid a multi-car crash, according to the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office.
The incident occurred around 3:30 a.m. in the westbound lanes of I-10, prompting swift response from San Antonio police. Initial reports indicate Grimaldo was involved in a vehicle malfunction and attempted to escape the area alongside another individual. In her efforts to evade the scene, she reportedly jumped over a median and ran into oncoming traffic, where she was subsequently struck by a vehicle.
Witnesses and investigators noted that the driver of the vehicle that struck Grimaldo halted to provide assistance and fully cooperated with law enforcement. The driver did not exhibit any signs of impairment, and authorities are currently evaluating the circumstances of the crash.
Grimaldo was transported to a local hospital, where she later passed away due to her injuries. The Medical Examiner’s Office has classified her death as a homicide, a designation that brings further attention to the events leading up to the incident.
In the wake of this tragic event, local authorities are reminding the public of the dangers associated with fleeing from vehicle accidents. Police emphasize the importance of remaining at the scene to properly assess the situation and cooperate with either emergency personnel or law enforcement.
The investigation into the accident remains ongoing, as officials gather more information to determine the exact sequence of events. The community is mourning Grimaldo’s loss, and support for her family is expected to grow in the aftermath of this devastating accident.
As authorities continue their inquiries, they urge anyone with further information regarding the incident to come forward, reinforcing the need for collective vigilance on the roads.