Search underway for driver after stolen vehicle swept away by floodwaters near Sabinal

SABINAL, Texas – A search is underway for a driver who was reportedly swept away by floodwaters in a stolen vehicle near Sabinal, according to Uvalde County officials.

Authorities received reports on Wednesday morning about a truck swept away by floodwaters off Ranch Road 187 South at the Frio River crossing near Sabinal, Texas, the Uvalde Fire Department said in a statement.

A caller “informed authorities a family member called them stating the occupant of the vehicle had called them several hours before and said they were being swept off the roadway while in the vehicle,” the fire department said.

A search and rescue operation was initiated, and first responders found the submerged vehicle flipped in the river.

The fire department said no occupants have been found in or around the vehicle. Search efforts are ongoing.

“Motorists are advised not to attempt to cross any low water crossings that are barricaded, as those are there for safety reasons,” the fire department said.

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