Comfort, TX — February 16, 2025, Manuela Rodriguez was killed and another person was injured in an alleged drunk driver accident at about 6:30 a.m. on Interstate 10.
Authorities said a Toyota Corolla was involved in a crash with a Nissan pickup near exit 524. The pickup was on the side of the highway and Toyota was flipped over when emergency personnel arrived on the scene.
Manuela Rodriguez, 53, of Boerne died at the scene of the crash, according to authorities.
Two passengers in the Nissan were injured, authorities said, but only one of them required hospitalization.
The driver of the Nissan has been charged with intoxication manslaughter and intoxication assault, according to authorities.
Authorities have not released any additional information about the crash at this time. The accident is still under investigation.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
When crashes like this happen, people naturally want to know what went wrong. In cases where alcohol is involved, it’s important to ask not just about the driver’s actions, but also where they were drinking before getting behind the wheel.
Under Texas law, it’s illegal for bars and restaurants to serve alcohol to someone who is obviously intoxicated. When they do, and that person causes harm to others, the business that overserved them can be held accountable under dram shop laws. More often than not, however, investigations stop at charging the driver and fail to address whether an alcohol provider contributed to the crash.
If authorities’ allegations about impairment are correct, it’s worth investigating where the driver was before this crash. Answering that question isn’t just about accountability: it’s about ensuring that alcohol providers follow the law and help prevent future tragedies on the road.
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