SUV Crash on John Stockbauer Drive Into Hillcrest Animal Hospital [Victoria, TX]

Minor Injuries Reported After Crash on John Stockbauer Drive in Victoria

VICTORIA, TX (July 24, 2026)— Minor injuries were reported in a crash on John Stockbauer Drive after a 79-year-old woman drove a Toyota 4Runner into Hillcrest Animal Hospital on Friday afternoon after reportedly losing control of the vehicle.

The crash occurred in the 4000 block of John Stockbauer Drive, according to Victoria police.

Officials said three people were inside the animal hospital when the SUV struck the building.

Minor injuries were reported, but emergency responders did not transport anyone to a hospital.

The 79-year-old driver was not injured in the crash.

Police said the woman lost control of the Toyota 4Runner before it entered the building. Authorities have not released additional information about what caused her to lose control.

Following the incident, a City of Victoria building inspector evaluated the structure and determined that the animal hospital remained safe for occupancy and could continue normal operations.

The incident remains under investigation.

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