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Man was driving 100+ mph before Comal County crash that killed woman and dog, affidavit states
By Rocky Garza at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
A San Antonio man has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after a woman riding in his vehicle died during a crash on April 14 in Comal County, according to an arrest warrant obtained by KSAT.Preston King, 22, was arrested on June 16 and booked on a $200,000 bond, according to Comal County...
Key takeaway Preston King, 22, was arrested on June 16 and booked on a $200,000 bond, according to Comal County...
Why this matters in Terrell Hills News
The tragic crash on U.S. Highway 281 in Comal County that killed a woman and a dog has raised concerns about reckless driving in the San Antonio area. With the driver, Preston King, charged with intoxication manslaughter, this incident highlights the dangers of speeding and driving under the influence. The fact that King was traveling over 100 mph in a 65 mph zone before the crash is particularly alarming, and the use of data from the car's black box to determine the vehicle's speed will likely be a key piece of evidence in the case. As the community mourns the loss of Alyssa Sepeda, it is a stark reminder of the importance of safe driving practices and the need for law enforcement to continue cracking down on speeding and DUI offenses in Bexar County and surrounding areas like Comal County.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) — San Antonio ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A San Antonio man has been charged with intoxication manslaughter after a woman riding in his vehicle died during a crash on April 14 in Comal County, according to an arrest warrant obtained by KSAT.Preston King, 22, was arrested on June 16 and booked on a $200,000 bond, according to Comal County...
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