On Tuesday, March 22, at around 11:45 a.m. the Lockhart Police Department responded to a vehicle collision on SH-142/San Antonio St. A 19-year-old man was struck by a vehicle while walking at the side of the highway. Upon transit to the nearest hospital, he died. Preliminary reports indicate the driver fell asleep while driving along SH-142/San Antonio St. which led to the vehicle going off-road, striking the pedestrian.
The Lockhart Police Department continues to investigate the incident. No charges have been filed.