A 50-year-old driver sustained injuries after his vehicle came under gunfire on the I-10 West access road near Wurzbach Road, according to local authorities. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, prompting an immediate police response.
According to the San Antonio Police Department, the driver flagged down an officer who was conducting a routine traffic stop in close proximity to the scene. The driver informed the officer that an unknown individual had pulled up beside his vehicle and fired two shots.
Fortunately, the driver managed to escape unharmed from the gunfire itself. However, he suffered injuries from the shattered glass caused by the impact, police confirmed. Emergency medical services were called to the scene, and the driver received medical attention for his injuries. His current condition is reported as stable.
Preliminary investigations by law enforcement officials revealed that the victim does not believe the incident was a result of road rage. Furthermore, he remains perplexed as to why someone would target his vehicle and open fire.
In response to the incident, the San Antonio Police Department's Homicide Unit and crime scene investigators have taken over the case. Their primary objective is to gather evidence, interview witnesses, and explore any potential leads that may shed light on the motive behind the attack.
Authorities are urging anyone with information related to the incident to come forward and provide assistance to aid in the ongoing investigation.