Deadly Crash on Highway 90 Near Castroville

Uvalde County resident witnesses aftermath of multi-vehicle collision that killed 72-year-old man

Apr. 19, 2026 at 1:36am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a shattered car windshield or other damaged vehicle component, dramatically lit by a harsh flash against a dark background, conceptually illustrating the aftermath of a fatal highway crash.The aftermath of a deadly multi-vehicle collision on a rural Texas highway exposes the grim reality of the human toll of traffic accidents.Uvalde Today

A local Uvalde County resident driving to San Antonio encountered the aftermath of a deadly multi-vehicle crash that occurred just east of Castroville on Highway 90. The crash, which took place around 11 AM on Saturday, involved a Toyota pickup that lost control, crossed into oncoming traffic, and collided with an SUV and a tractor-trailer. One person was killed and two others were seriously injured in the incident.

Why it matters

Fatal car crashes on rural highways are an ongoing public safety concern, especially in areas with high traffic volumes like the stretch of Highway 90 between Uvalde and San Antonio. This incident highlights the need for continued infrastructure improvements, driver safety education, and law enforcement presence to prevent such tragedies.

The details

According to preliminary reports, a Toyota pickup traveling eastbound on Highway 90 lost control for unknown reasons and crossed into the westbound lanes, colliding with an oncoming SUV and a tractor-trailer. The 72-year-old driver of the SUV was killed in the crash, while the drivers of the other two vehicles suffered serious injuries.

  • The crash occurred around 11 AM on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
  • The Uvalde County resident encountered the aftermath of the crash at approximately 1:06 PM the same day.

The players

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A local resident who took photographs of the crash scene and shared them with the Uvalde Hesperian.

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What’s next

Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash and have not released the identities of those involved. The section of Highway 90 where the incident occurred was closed for several hours while the scene was cleared.

The takeaway

This tragic crash serves as a sobering reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the need for continued efforts to improve road safety, especially on rural highways that connect smaller communities like Uvalde to larger urban centers.