East Austin Crash Results in City's 11th Fatality of the Year

The incident occurred at the intersection of Loyola Lane and Sendero Hills Parkway.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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A fatal collision between two vehicles at the intersection of Loyola Lane and Sendero Hills Parkway in East Austin has resulted in the city's 11th traffic fatality of 2026. The driver of one of the vehicles, 37-year-old Daisy Josephine Nuncio, was pronounced dead at the scene, while the other driver and passengers sustained minor injuries.

Why it matters

Traffic fatalities have been on the rise in Austin, with the city already seeing 11 such incidents in the first two months of 2026, compared to only 5 at the same time last year. This latest tragedy highlights the need for continued efforts to improve road safety and address the underlying factors contributing to these incidents.

The details

According to the Austin Police Department, the collision occurred last Wednesday morning after a report of a crash between two vehicles at the intersection. Daisy Josephine Nuncio, the 37-year-old driver of one of the vehicles, was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver and passengers of the other vehicle sustained minor injuries and were transported to a local hospital. Police confirmed the driver of the second vehicle was not impaired and is cooperating with the investigation.

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday, February 17, 2026.
  • This is the 11th traffic fatality in Austin so far in 2026.
  • At the same time last year, the city had only seen 5 fatal crashes.

The players

Daisy Josephine Nuncio

The 37-year-old driver of one of the vehicles involved in the fatal crash, who was pronounced dead at the scene.

Austin Police Department

The law enforcement agency investigating the crash and providing updates on the incident.

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What they’re saying

“All the information is currently preliminary and could change.”

— Austin Police Department (patch.com)

What’s next

The Austin Police Department's Vehicular Homicide Unit is continuing to investigate the incident, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact them or submit an anonymous tip through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program.

The takeaway

This tragic crash highlights the ongoing issue of traffic fatalities in Austin, which have seen a concerning increase in 2026 compared to the previous year. It underscores the need for the city to prioritize road safety measures and address the underlying factors contributing to these incidents to prevent further loss of life.