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Crash kills female passenger and dog, driver arrested on DWI charges
By KEYE at CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Sworn statement details a Bulverde PD radar stop on Hwy 281 after a vehicle was clocked speeding south on 4/14/2026, setting off a chain of events now documented by Detective Josh Estes.
Why this matters in The Barton Creek
The recent crash on Hwy 281 that resulted in the death of a female passenger and her dog has raised concerns about the dangers of driving under the influence in the Barton Creek area. The fact that the vehicle was initially stopped for speeding suggests that reckless behavior was a factor in the incident. As the community processes this tragic event, it's worth noting that Hwy 281 is a major thoroughfare that runs through the heart of the Austin area, including Travis County, where Barton Creek is located. The road's proximity to residential areas and the potential for similar incidents to occur in the future underscore the need for continued vigilance from law enforcement and the public alike. Residents of Barton Creek and surrounding communities will be watching to see how local authorities respond to this incident and what measures they will take to prevent similar tragedies from occurring in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Sworn statement details a Bulverde PD radar stop on Hwy 281 after a vehicle was clocked speeding south on 4/14/2026, setting off a chain of events now documented by Detective Josh Estes.
When was this published? This article was first published on June 22, 2026 by CBS Austin (KEYE) - Local News and curated for The Barton Creek readers.
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