Claude Espinosa Struck and Killed by Police Vehicle on San Pedro Avenue in San Antonio

Claude Espinosa ID’d as Man Killed in San Antonio Pedestrian Accident on San Pedro Avenue

San Antonio, Texas (May 23, 2018) – The pedestrian who was killed in a crash involving an SAPD vehicle on Monday night in San Antonio has been identified as Claude Espinosa, 67.
According to San Antonio Police, the incident happened shortly before 10 p.m. Monday, May 21, near San Pedro Avenue and El Monte Drive.
Authorities said a police cruiser was responding to a robbery call and had its lights and sirens on traveling northbound on San Pedro Avenue when it struck Espinosa, who was attempting to cross the road.
Espinosa was thrown into the southbound lanes by the impact and was hit by another car.
Espinosa was pronounced dead at the scene.
The officer involved in the crash was placed on administrative duty as the crash is being investigated.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
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