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Iowa Park Today
By the People, for the People
Iowa Park teen killed in crash, driver charged with intoxication manslaughter
Affidavit reveals driver admitted to drinking before fatal collision
Apr. 19, 2026 at 7:10pm
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The aftermath of a fatal drunk driving crash exposes the harsh reality of the consequences of impaired driving.Iowa Park TodayA 13-year-old bicyclist was killed in a crash early Saturday morning in Iowa Park, Texas. The driver, 24-year-old Andrew Tellez, told police he was driving home from a local club and did not remember leaving or the crash itself. The affidavit states Tellez admitted to drinking and made statements like 'Did I kill them?' and 'I just ruined my life' at the scene. Tellez has been charged with intoxication manslaughter and is being held on a $100,000 bond.
Why it matters
This tragic incident highlights the ongoing issue of drunk driving and its devastating consequences, especially when it involves vulnerable road users like bicyclists. It also raises questions about alcohol service and safety measures at local establishments, as well as the need for greater education and enforcement around impaired driving.
The details
According to the affidavit, police were called to the 500 block of West Highway in Iowa Park around 4:30 a.m. on April 18, 2026 for a vehicle crash. They found a white Chevy pickup in a ditch, with Tellez standing next to it. Tellez told officers he was driving home from a local club called Maximus and did not remember leaving or the crash itself. Witnesses reported hearing loud screeching tires from sudden braking, and one witness saw a body lying in the road. The 13-year-old victim died as a result of the crash.
- The incident occurred around 4:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
- Tellez said he was driving home from Maximus, located at 3138 Seymour Hwy., prior to the crash.
The players
Andrew Tellez
A 24-year-old man who was charged with intoxication manslaughter after the fatal crash that killed a 13-year-old bicyclist in Iowa Park, Texas.
Steve Davis
The Iowa Park Chief of Police who confirmed the 13-year-old victim died as a result of the crash.
What they’re saying
“I will not blow, and you should just take me to jail. Did I kill them?”
— Andrew Tellez, Crash driver
“I just ruined my life”
— Andrew Tellez, Crash driver
What’s next
Tellez is currently being held in the Wichita County Jail on a $100,000 bond. The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
The takeaway
This tragic incident serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of drunk driving, especially when it involves vulnerable road users like bicyclists. It highlights the need for continued education, enforcement, and safety measures to prevent such senseless loss of life.
