Texas

Carmen Vargas Injured in Accident at Winwick Way in Austin, TX

Date of Accident
August 21, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Carmen Vargas
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

Winwick Way, Austin, TX, USA

What Happened

Police are investigating a crash that injured a driver at Winwick Way in Austin, TX on August 21st, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 7:19 p.m. According to investigators, a Land Rover Discovery was northbound on Winwick Way, approaching the Shields Dr intersection. Headed eastbound on Shields Dr was a Mazda CX-5. Reports allege the Land Rover failed to stop at a posted stop sign before proceeding into the intersection and colliding with the Mazda. The driver of the Mazda, identified as 71-year-old Carmen Vargas, was seriously injured. Her passenger and the other driver were both allegedly uninjured. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Land Rover Discovery, Mazda CX-5
Road/Highway
Winwick Way
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Land Rover Discovery and a Mazda CX-5 were involved in a collision

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