SAN ANTONIO, TX, (June 28, 2026) — A pedestrian was fatally struck Sunday night during an alleged street race on San Antonio’s south side, leading to the arrest of a 19-year-old driver, according to the San Antonio Police Department.
Investigators said the victim was crossing S.W. Military Drive at approximately 10:22 p.m. when an eastbound vehicle changed lanes at a high rate of speed and struck her. Police allege the driver was racing another vehicle at the time of the collision.
The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities have not yet released the victim’s identity pending notification of family members.
Police arrested 19-year-old Vynzell Edward McGarity and charged him with racing causing serious bodily injury or death. The San Antonio Police Department’s Traffic Investigation Division continues to investigate the fatal crash.
