SAN ANTONIO — The night before Thanksgiving is often referred to as "Blackout Wednesday" or “Drinksgiving” due to its reputation as one of the biggest drinking nights of the year. But with the celebrations comes a serious warning: a rise in drinking and driving.

Just days before the holiday, one San Antonio family is mourning the loss of their loved one.

Robert Flores Jr. was killed early Sunday morning while crossing South Flores Street around 2 a.m. The family says he was walking in an area where there is a stop sign for pedestrians.

Police say 21-year-old Jason Salazar was driving fast when he struck Flores, killing him at the scene. According to investigators, Salazar called police and stayed at the scene. Officers believe he was intoxicated and arrested him for intoxication manslau

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