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Deadly crash in Castroville puts spotlight on 'confusing' highway construction project
By Katrina Webber, Azian Bermea at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· July 6, 2026
· 2 min read
A deadly crash along a highway in Castroville this past weekend has some drivers casting a critical eye at a road construction project in that area.The crash Sunday morning happened on U.S. Highway 90 near Tondre Parkway and killed a woman who was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved.In a ...
Key takeaway Highway 90 near Tondre Parkway and killed a woman who was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved.
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The deadly crash in Castroville raises concerns about the impact of highway construction on driver safety in the San Antonio area. As the Texas Department of Transportation works to accommodate increased traffic from new housing developments, residents like Ceci Gaitan are speaking out about the potential hazards created by the project. The changes to traffic patterns, including new traffic lights and turnarounds, may be confusing for some drivers, particularly those who are unfamiliar with the area. This issue is particularly relevant in Terrell Hills , where residents often commute through Castroville and may be affected by the construction project. The fact that some drivers are not honoring red lights adds to the danger, highlighting the need for increased awareness and caution on the part of drivers. As the construction project continues, it will be important to monitor the situation and assess whether the changes are having a positive or negative impact on road safety in the region.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 6, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A deadly crash along a highway in Castroville this past weekend has some drivers casting a critical eye at a road construction project in that area.The crash Sunday morning happened on U.S. Highway 90 near Tondre Parkway and killed a woman who was a passenger in one of the vehicles involved.In a ...
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