San Francisco Giants prospect Antonio Jiménez in intensive care after deadly car crash that killed three

San Francisco Giants pitching hopeful Antonio Jiménez is battling for his life following a shocking early morning crash in San Pedro de Macorís. Just after dawn on 27 de Febrero Street, a red SUV hit two scooters with three individuals on them, tragically killing them on the spot and leaving Jiménez with serious injuries, including broken bones in his femur and spine.

The accident took place right in front of the Altice telecommunications offices, involving a total of four people.People who saw it happen described a scene of chaos as authorities rushed to get the victims to Hospital Regional Doctor Antonio Musa for autopsy. The SUV was in bad shape, while the scooters were mangled beyond recognition. Dominican officials are investigating what happened, with details like speed, weather, and driver responsibility still up in the air.

Jiménez, 24, has spent time with the Giants’ Triple-A team, the Sacramento River Cats, and has played for Toros del Este in the Dominican Winter League, making this news especially tough for fans.

This incident highlights the ongoing road safety concerns in the Dominican Republic, but for now, the focus is on the young pitcher’s recovery and the hope that one of the country’s up-and-coming baseball talents will make it through.

Antonio Jiménez's Injuries and Current Condition

Antonio Jiménez was quickly taken to a local hospital after the crash and he received emergency treatment for multiple serious injuries. He suffered fractures in his femur and spine, along with various lacerations on his body. Medical staff indicated that his condition was critical upon his arrival, and he was promptly placed in the intensive care unit (ICU) for close monitoring and stabilization.Jiménez is still in the ICU and is described as "fighting for his life," with no public updates confirming any stability.

The doctors have not provided additional information regarding surgeries or his prognosis, citing patient privacy.

Growing up in San Pedro de Macorís, the spot where the accident happened makes it even more painful for Jiménez, especially since he was at home during the Dominican Winter League offseason. His family and teammates are supporting him, but neither Jiménez nor his relatives have shared any personal statements publicly while the police investigation is still ongoing.Three guys tragically lost their lives right away in the crash, and emergency responders retrieved their bodies at the site. They've been identified as:

All three were on scooters when the SUV hit them. Their families have gotten condolences from local authorities and the baseball community, and their bodies have been taken to the morgue for formal identification and processing. There's been no news about their personal backgrounds or any ties to Jiménez, but the unexpected nature of the crash indicates it was just a random tragedy on a street they knew well.Also Read: Josh Naylor’s early five-year deal stunned MLB but insiders saw something in his debut Seattle Mariners won’t say