Intoxicated Driver Kills McAllen Woman, Injures Four Others Including Three Children in Edinburg Crash, 2 Boys Transported To San Antonio Hospital

Staff Report

EDINBURG TX – A woman was killed and four others were injured, including three children, after an alleged intoxicated driver ran a red light and struck their vehicle at the intersection of Salinas Street and West Monte Cristo Road on the evening of Saturday, May 2, 2026.

The Crash

According to investigators, a truck driven by Miguel Angel Suarez, 31, traveling westbound, allegedly ran a red light and collided with another vehicle entering the intersection. The driver of the impacted vehicle, Martha Luna Miranda, 39, was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Victims

Miranda’s husband, who was seated in the front passenger seat, sustained non-life-threatening injuries and has since been discharged from the hospital. Three children — two boys ages 9 and 5 and a girl age 4 — were also in the vehicle and sustained injuries. Both boys were transported to San Antonio for further treatment. The 4-year-old girl was treated and released.

Charges Pending

Charges against Suarez are pending, including intoxication manslaughter and four counts of intoxication assault. Officials emphasized that the City of Edinburg is a no-refusal city.

Chief’s Statement

Edinburg Police Chief Jaime Ayala urged the public to avoid driving under the influence.

“This is a heartbreaking tragedy, especially because it involves children,” Ayala said. “We urge everyone to make responsible choices. Plan ahead, designate a driver, and never get behind the wheel while impaired.”

The investigation into the collision is continuing.

Source – Edinburg Police Department

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