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San Antonio Teen Hit in School Crosswalk Dies as Police Say Driver Won’t Face Charges

His parents call for safer school zones following the crash.

Overview

  • Jose Flores III, 16, was struck by a gray Ford F-150 while crossing Marbach Road outside John Jay High School on Sept. 16, police said.
  • He died Saturday, Oct. 11, after nearly a month in the hospital, according to family and local reports.
  • Police said the 33-year-old driver stopped, remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.
  • Authorities told local outlets the driver will not face criminal charges in the case.
  • The family plans a private funeral, will donate his organs and is urging drivers to slow down near schools.