Following the crash, investigators identified the suspect as 19-year-old Matthew David Castilleja.
BEXAR COUNTY, Texas — Authorities said a high-speed chase in northeast Bexar County ended in a crash, sending several people to the hospital—including two sheriff’s deputies.
According to the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office, the incident began around 10:30 p.m. on Saturday when deputies spotted a maroon 2007 BMW 335i weaving through traffic at dangerously high speeds going southbound on I-35 near Weidner Road.
Deputies attempted to stop the vehicle but the driver fled, prompting a pursuit. Officials say the pursuit was initially terminated after deputies lost sight of the suspect. However, the BMW reappeared moments later and the chase resumed.
The situation escalated when the suspect ran a red light at the intersection of I-35 and Weidner, authorities said. A pursuing deputy, attempting to navigate the intersection, crashed into a red truck and a blue SUV.
All vehicles involved sustained significant damage, according to BCSO.
One deputy suffered a head laceration and showed signs of a possible concussion. Another deputy reported wrist pain. Both were transported to San Antonio Military Medical Center (SAMMC) for evaluation.
In the other vehicles, several occupants reported minor injuries. BCSO said two individuals from the red truck — including a child who was not properly restrained — were taken to North Central Baptist Hospital for treatment.
Following the crash, investigators were able to identify the suspect as 19-year-old Matthew David Castilleja. He was located at a residence connected to his girlfriend and taken into custody without incident.
Deputies say Castilleja admitted he fled out of fear but declined to answer additional questions.
The BMW was towed and processed for evidence after a search warrant was executed.
Castilleja was booked into the Bexar County Jail on a charge of evading arrest with a motor vehicle, a third-degree felony. His bond is set at $30,000.
The case remains under investigation.