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SAN ANTONIO, Bexar County, Texas, Oct. 31, 2026 — Two people died early on Saturday morning, October 31, after a vehicle hit a utility pole on the South Side, according to the San Antonio Police Department.
A driver was headed northbound on Quintana Road in a white SUV around 1 a.m. when the vehicle, reportedly moving at a high rate of speed, left the road and struck a utility pole. The driver and a passenger were pronounced dead at the scene, SAPD said.
No other vehicles were reported involved. Officials have not released the names or ages of the two people killed.
The police department said the cause of the crash remains under investigation. No further details on what led the driver to lose control have been released.
Our condolences go out to the families and friends of those who lost their lives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What factors make a crash more likely to be fatal?
High speed, loss of vehicle control, and striking a fixed object such as a pole or tree all raise the chances that a crash will be deadly, since the impact forces involved are much harder to survive than in a typical collision between moving vehicles.
How does speed affect whether people survive a crash?
Higher speeds mean more energy has to be absorbed in a crash. Even a modest increase in speed can turn a survivable impact into a fatal one, especially when a vehicle hits something solid like a utility pole.
What should a family do after losing a relative in a fatal crash?
Families typically start by requesting the official police report, contacting the medical examiner's office for information, and keeping records of any communications with investigators. Local victim services programs can also help with next steps.
