Guadalupe County, TX — January 1, 2026, Margarita Reyes, Yolanda Martinez, and two others were injured following a car accident around 6:14 p.m. on Highway 123.

Investigators said that the crash happened north of Geronimo between FM 1101 and FM 1339.

According to officials, 40-year-old Margarita Reyes and 64-year-old Yolanda Martinez were in a Nissan Rogue going southwest along the highway. In events not confirmed right now, a multi-vehicle collision occurred involving the Rogue, a Nissan Altima, a Cadillac, and a Chevy Tahoe.

Due to the crash, Margarita Reyes and Yolanda Martinez had serious injuries. The drivers of the Altima and the Cadillac had injuries, as well. Authorities say the Altima failed to control speed leading up to the crash. Additional details are unavailable.

Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman

People often think that finding someone to blame is the beginning and end of a crash investigation. However, victims and families affected by a crash need as much evidence telling their side of the story as possible. That includes things like cellphone data, vehicle inspections, roadway analysis, toxicology reports, witness testimony, video of the crash from the vehicles or nearby homes or businesses, etc. Even unlikely possible factors should be ruled out or confirmed to ensure there’s no room for speculation. In my more than 30 years experience, families with more evidence on their side are more likely to get the resolution they deserve. I see no reason right now why this crash would be an exception to that.

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