Update (January 27, 2026): Authorities have identified the man killed in this accident as Miguel Martinez, 34.

San Antonio, TX — January 26, 2026, one person was killed in a car accident at about 6 a.m. on U.S. Highway 90/Cleto Rodriguez Highway.

Authorities said a man was working on his disabled car when he was hit by another vehicle.

The man, whose name has not been made public yet, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash near Cupples Road, according to authorities.

The driver of the other vehicle called for help, authorities said.

Authorities have not released any additional information about the Bexar County crash at this time. The accident is still under investigation.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

When someone is killed in a highway crash, especially while outside their vehicle, the focus often turns to what’s immediately visible. But to understand how and why it happened, it’s necessary to look deeper: into how the investigation was handled, whether any mechanical issues were at play and what electronic data might still be available.

Did the authorities thoroughly investigate the crash? In situations like this, the quality of the investigation can make a significant difference. That means going beyond basic diagrams and statements. Laser-mapping the scene, reconstructing the path of each vehicle, and reviewing pre-crash behavior can all provide critical insight. It also matters who conducts the investigation. Some officers have advanced training in crash reconstruction, while others may not. Without thorough documentation and analysis, important details can go unexamined.

Has anyone looked into the possibility that a vehicle defect caused the crash? A stopped car on the side of the road raises obvious questions, but it also presents an opportunity to ask less obvious ones. Why was the vehicle disabled in the first place? Did a sudden failure put the driver in a dangerous position? And what about the striking vehicle: could it have had worn brakes, failing headlights or a malfunctioning alert system? These are the kinds of factors that don’t always leave visible clues and require a close mechanical review to rule out.

Has all the electronic data relating to the crash been collected? Today’s vehicles contain a wide range of data that can explain what happened in the seconds leading up to impact. That includes speed, braking, steering input and even whether the driver took evasive action. Phone records, GPS data and traffic camera footage can fill in more context. But this information has to be gathered quickly and interpreted carefully; otherwise, decisions may be made without the benefit of all the facts.

Looking into the less visible parts of a crash can often lead to a more complete understanding of what occurred. Without that effort, key factors may never come to light.

Key Takeaways:

• Not all crash investigations include advanced scene analysis or pre-crash behavior review.
• Mechanical failures may contribute to crashes and need to be ruled out with proper inspections.
• Electronic data from vehicles and devices can clarify what happened, if it's retrieved and reviewed.