San Antonio, TX – One Killed, Another Injured in Wrong-Way Crash on I-35 /Downtown

San Antonio, TX (October 20, 2025) – A devastating wrong-way collision claimed one life and left another person critically injured on Sunday, October 19, on Interstate 35 near downtown San Antonio. Police reported that 42-year-old Carlos Guerra was driving a blue 2021 Chevrolet Silverado south in the northbound lanes when a Bexar County sheriff’s deputy attempted to stop him. Despite flashing emergency lights, Guerra continued driving and crashed head-on into a white 2024 Chevrolet Express van near St. Mary’s Street.

The impact killed a 50-year-old woman who was a passenger in the van, while the 50-year-old male driver was rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Officers said Guerra exhibited signs of intoxication and was arrested at the scene. He now faces charges of intoxication manslaughter and assault.

Our deepest sympathies are with the family of the woman killed, and our best wishes go out to the man recovering from his injuries.

If you or a loved one has been hurt in a wrong-way crash on this highway, speak to our experienced I-35 accident lawyer for dedicated legal help in pursuing justice and compensation.