Judith Brooks Paulsel dies in fatal Leon Creek car crash
Fatal Leon Creek car crash death of Judith Brooks Paulsel
A tragic sequence unfolded on July 17th, 2025, along the stretch of Interstate 35 near Leon Creek, resulting in a catastrophic collision. Law enforcement confirmed that five lives were claimed in this event.
Judith Brooks Paulsel, a 79-year-old woman, was identified by the Bexar County Medical Examiner’s Office as the fifth victim. Her passing occurred on Monday, following a crash that had already cost four lives and left 21 others injured.
The incident began in the afternoon when a stolen white Camaro, traveling at high speed, struck a trailer connected to a small transport bus. This impact caused the bus to be pushed into a guardrail, subsequently placing it directly in the path of an oncoming 18-wheeler. The force of the second collision caused the bus to overturn, ejecting passengers.
The bus in question was operated by Transportes Guerra, a company based in Fort Worth. Its intended route was from Fort Worth to Mexico, with scheduled stops in Eagle Pass. Among those who perished was Jose “Tito” Hector Guerra, the company’s 50-year-old owner. His brother shared this news, revealing that Guerra, a father of six, was remembered as a devoted family man and a hardworking individual who began his career at a young age.
Another victim, Rosalio Aguilera, aged 69, was also identified as having died at the scene. The medical examiner’s office reported that Guerra and Aguilera sustained injuries from blunt force trauma, while Paulsel’s death was attributed to a sharp force wound. The identities of the remaining two victims remain unknown at this time.
Prior to the crash, multiple suspects involved in the stolen Camaro fled the scene. According to San Antonio Police Chief William McManus, one of the suspects was reportedly armed with an assault rifle. As of Wednesday, the number of suspects still at large was unclear, and no arrests had been made in connection with the incident.
Emergency services transported a total of 21 people to hospitals. Eight were in critical condition, while 13 suffered less severe injuries. University Hospital received 15 victims, including four children. By Tuesday, most patients had been discharged, with only two adults remaining in stable health.
This tragic event has left a community mourning the loss of lives, including that of Guerra, whose funeral was held in Fort Worth. The ongoing investigation continues to search for those responsible, as authorities urge anyone with information to come forward.
