The Castle Hills community is mourning the loss of Carlos M. Mugica and his wife, Jennifer Salazar-Mugica, who were killed Friday in a crash on Interstate 10 near Flatonia. The longtime volunteers, known for their deep involvement in Fiesta and Rey Feo scholarship efforts, leave behind two daughters and a stunned circle of friends and neighbors. Authorities say the cause of the collision has not yet been released and the investigation is still open.
According to News 4 San Antonio, the crash happened on westbound I-10 in Fayette County near Flatonia. Emergency crews shut down lanes while responding to the scene. The outlet identified the victims as Carlos and Jennifer Salazar-Mugica of Castle Hills and reported that they are survived by daughters Carlie and Taylor. Officials have not released additional details about what led to the crash.
Rey Feo Roots And Local Service
Carlos was a familiar face in Fiesta circles and throughout the Rey Feo scholarship network, where he was listed as Transportation Minister on the organization’s site. The Rey Feo Scholarship Foundation notes his long career in real estate and a recent appointment to the City of Castle Hills zoning commission. Those civic ties kept the couple busy at fundraisers and community events across San Antonio, where they were known as reliable helpers who showed up and pitched in.
Community In Shock
Castle Hills Mayor J.R. Treviño remembered the Mugicas as “friends, proud residents and enthusiastic supporters of Fiesta,” and tributes quickly began appearing across social media. News 4 San Antonio reported that friend David Uresti summed up his reaction with the words “Shock over tears.” Neighbors and civic groups said memorial plans had not yet been finalized as the family makes arrangements.
Authorities continue to investigate the I-10 crash and officials are asking anyone with information to contact local law enforcement. Friends, Rey Feo members, and community supporters are sharing remembrances online as they rally around the couple’s two daughters and try to process a loss that feels far too sudden.
