SAN ANTONIO — A man was found dead near the side of the highway on the south side of San Antonio Tuesday morning.
The man has been identified by the Medical Examiner as John Sanchez.
Police say it appears the man was hit by a car either Monday night or early Tuesday morning. His body was found at I-37 near the Southton exit in the Braunig Lake area.
Police say the man was found facedown and there were minimal witnesses. He is possibly between mid-20s to 40s, according to investigators.
Crews said it would take two to three hours to clear the scene.
This is a developing story and further details will be added as they are received.
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