SAN ANTONIO – San Antonio police and Crime Stoppers are asking for the public’s help in identifying a driver responsible for a fatal hit-and-run crash.
The crash happened around 8:40 p.m. on Sept. 7, 2024, in the 5000 block of Fredericksburg Road.
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Police said Joseph Smothers, 73, was crossing the street when he was struck by the driver of a 2020 Toyota Tacoma heading southbound along the road.
After the collision, SAPD said the driver fled from the scene.
Smothers was transported to a local hospital and later died from his injuries.
Investigators are requesting public assistance to locate the person who was driving the Toyota Tacoma.
If you have information about this crime, call Crime Stoppers at 210-224-7867 (STOP). To text a tip, text “Tip 127 plus your tip” to CRIMES (274637).
You can also leave a tip on the P3 Tips app, which can be downloaded from the App Store or Google Play.
Tips can also be submitted on the Crime Stoppers website.
Crime Stoppers may pay up to $5,000 for information that leads to felony arrests in this crime.
