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Woman Killed in Rear-End Crash with Box Truck in San Antonio
The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the victim as 20-year-old Grace Duke.
Feb. 23, 2026 at 2:51pm
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A 20-year-old woman was killed in a rear-end collision with a box truck on the Northwest Side of San Antonio over the weekend. The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office has identified the victim as Grace Duke, and the cause and manner of her death are pending.
Why it matters
Rear-end collisions are a common type of car accident, often caused by driver inattention or failure to maintain a safe following distance. This tragic incident highlights the importance of safe driving practices and the need for increased awareness around accident prevention.
The details
According to police, the crash occurred just after 5:30 a.m. on Saturday in the 11700 block of West Loop 1604 North near Bandera Road. Grace Duke was driving when she failed to stop at a safe distance while approaching a red light, causing her vehicle to strike the rear of the stopped box truck. Duke was pronounced dead at the scene.
- The crash happened just after 5:30 a.m. on Saturday, February 22, 2026.
- The Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office identified Grace Duke in an updated preliminary report on Monday, February 24, 2026.
The players
Grace Duke
A 20-year-old woman who was killed in the rear-end collision with a box truck in San Antonio.
Bexar County Medical Examiner's Office
The office responsible for identifying the victim and determining the cause and manner of her death.
San Antonio Police Department
The law enforcement agency investigating the crash.
The takeaway
This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of safe driving practices, such as maintaining a safe following distance and being attentive behind the wheel. It also highlights the need for continued efforts to improve road safety and prevent similar accidents from occurring in the future.
