Rey Feo court couple Carlos and Jenn Mugica killed Friday in I-10 crash near Flatonia

CASTLE HILLS, Texas - A couple known for years of community involvement and giving back was killed together in a crash, leaving friends and loved ones mourning what many described as an unimaginable loss. Carlos and Jennifer Salazar-Mugica of Castle Hills died Friday after a crash along Interstate 10 in Fayette County near Flatonia. Authorities have not released details about what caused the collision, and the investigation remains ongoing. As word of their deaths spread, tributes poured in from people who said the couple made a lasting impact through their generosity and support of local causes. Carlos M. Mugica was born and raised in San Antonio, TX, and was a respected realtor with LPT Realty, having been a part of the industry since 2005. He served as the Transportation Minister on the Rey Feo Court. Jennifer Salazar-Mugica was a former teacher and assistant principal at SAISD's Young Women's Leadership Academy. The couple was known to value education and to understand that educational opportunities can and will open doors for people, believing that opportunities can lead individuals to become productive members of society and change the trajectory of their lives and the lives of their families. Castle Hills Mayor J.R. Treviño described the Mugicas as “friends, proud residents of Castle Hills, enthusiastic supporters of Fiesta, and advocates of the Rey Feo Consejo Educational Foundation.” He said their “kindness, generosity, and commitment to our community left a lasting impact on all who knew them.” Friend David Uresti shared a message remembering years of friendship that included Yankees games, business ventures, and regular phone calls. “Shock over tears is how I can describe hearing of your wife Jennifer and you passing away today from an accident,” Uresti wrote. “Been hours since hearing the news and still can’t accept it.” Uresti said Carlos often talked about his family and proudly “bragging over your girls,” and he wrote that one of his biggest regrets is assuming there would always be more time. “Truly blessed and love you bro,” he wrote. “Rest in peace with your beautiful wife.” Carlos Mugica and Jennifer Salazar-Mujica are survived by their two daughters, Carlie and Taylor. Friends in South Texas continued sharing condolences and prayers as they remembered Carlos and Jenn Mugica as more than familiar faces — but as active community members whose friendship and support of local causes touched countless lives.