On Saturday, May 25, at approximately 3:22 a.m., Austin Police Department (APD) officers responded to a crash involving two vehicles and a pedestrian in the 9500 block of the East US 290 Highway Eastbound Service Road. The unidentified pedestrian was attempting to cross the service road when they were struck by both vehicles. The pedestrian was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Both drivers, operating a sedan and an SUV respectively, remained on scene, were not impaired, and did not sustain injuries. They are cooperating with the ongoing investigation.
This incident marks Austin's 30th fatal crash of 2024, resulting in 30 fatalities for the year. By comparison, on the same date in 2023, there had been 37 fatal crashes resulting in 37 fatalities.
The statements provided are based on the initial assessment of the crash, and further details may emerge as the investigation continues.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact APD's Vehicular Homicide unit at 512-974-8111. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477.
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