Vehicle Accident at San Antonio-Area Preschool Leaves One Dead and Six Injured, Including Toddlers

A tragic accident at a day care centre near San Antonio resulted in the death of a teacher and injuries to another employee and five toddlers after two cars crashed into a play area, authorities reported.

The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon as parents were departing a holiday event at the preschool in Boerne. According to officials, the collision happened when a parent, after placing her children in her car, suddenly accelerated for reasons yet to be determined. Her vehicle struck another car in the parking area, propelling both vehicles through a fence and into the play area where children were present.

The teacher who tragically lost her life was identified as 22-year-old Alexia Rosales. A 23-year-old staff member and five one-year-old children sustained injuries and were transported to the hospital for medical attention, as confirmed by the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office.

Sheriff Javier Salazar described the event as “a very tragic accident,” emphasising that the cause of the unexpected acceleration remains under investigation.