Driver killed in head-on collision in far West Bexar County identified

Christopher Lopez, 19, died early Sunday on TX Hwy 211, Hwy 90

SAN ANTONIO – The Bexar County Medical Examiner's office has released the name of one of two people killed in a head-on collision in far West Bexar County early Sunday morning.

19-year-old Christopher Lopez of LaCoste, Texas was killed when the vehicle he was driving crashed into another on Texas Highway 211 and Highway 90 just after midnight.

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Police said both vehicles burst into flames and Lopez, along with the other driver, became trapped in their vehicle. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.

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Authorities say they are still investigating what exactly led up to the crash.

At this time the second driver's identification has not been released, pending notification to next of kin.


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