New Braunfels, TX (February 24, 2026) – A 60-year-old woman lost her life after being struck by a dump truck Monday evening along the 200 block of N Seguin Ave. Emergency units responded to the scene around 5:45 p.m. on February 23, where the collision occurred at an intersection.
The victim was identified as Stephanie Madzy. She was walking when a dump truck driver, who had been stopped at a red light, turned right and struck her while she was in the roadway. Despite life-saving efforts at the scene, she was pronounced dead from her injuries.
The driver, identified as Jude T. Jones, was later charged with criminally negligent homicide. Authorities reported that he failed to yield to pedestrians as he made the turn. Officials stated that additional details about the incident have not yet been released.
The incident remains under review by authorities. We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
Why Right-Turn Collisions With Pedestrians Can Be So Dangerous
Pedestrian crashes often happen at intersections, especially when vehicles make right turns. Drivers may focus on traffic from one direction and miss someone crossing nearby. This risk increases when large vehicles, such as dump trucks, are involved because they have larger blind spots.
Blind spots can prevent drivers from seeing people walking near the front or sides of the vehicle. Larger trucks also need more time and distance to stop safely. Even low-speed impacts can cause severe harm to pedestrians.
Crosswalk signals, clear markings, and careful driving can help reduce these incidents. Drivers should always check for pedestrians before turning, while pedestrians should remain alert and use marked crossing areas whenever possible.
