Walter Weller, Minerva Orta Injured in Car Accident in Floresville, TX

Basic Facts

Crash date: 2-12-2026

Crash location: US 187 & TX-97, Floresville, TX

People involved:

• Walter Weller, 45
• Minerva Orta, 49
• Unidentified Woman, 35
• Unidentified passengers

Do Authorities suspect alcohol played a role in this crash?: Unknown

Did authorities recommend criminal charges?: Unknown

Do authorities suspect a product defect caused the crash?: Unknown

Accident Report

February 12, 2026, Walter Well and Minerva Orta were injured following a car accident at around 7:41 p.m. along US 181.

According to officials, the crash happened just northwest of Highway 97 off the corner of 10th Street and Sutherland Springs Road.

Initial details about the accident say that 45-year-old Walter Weller was in a Saturn traveling northbound. 49-year-old Minerva Orta was in a Chevy Silverado going northbound. Those vehicles and two other northbound vehicles—a Toyota Highlander and a GMC Yukon—collided.

Due to the crash, Walter Weller reportedly had serious injuries. Minvera Orta possibly had minor injuries, according to officials. No other injuries were reported. At this time, additional details about the crash remain unconfirmed.

How Did This Accident Occur?

It’s challenging to make a definitive conclusion this soon after a chaotic, multi-vehicle crash like this. In fact, when I see authorities make an early conclusion, it actually makes me suspicious that they may have rushed their investigations. Even when there may be seemingly obvious factors involved in a crash, it takes time, experience, and state-of-the-art tools to rule out other possible contributing factors. That’s why I get a lot of calls from victims and families involved in a serious crash who were disappointed to find out authorities rushed through their investigations and left a bunch of unanswered questions. I’m not saying that happened here, but it’s something to keep an eye on following a car accident. If it ever seems like there’s more to the story than what authorities are saying, it’s entirely reasonable to seek out a second opinion. I’ve had that reaffirmed time and time again throughout my career, but I have no doubt there are readers who can share their own experiences, as well.