Texas

Man Killed in Pedestrian Accident at State Hwy 71 in Austin, TX

Published on: September 29, 2023

Date of Accident
September 7, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Auto-Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

State Hwy 71, Austin, TX, USA

What Happened

Area authorities are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian at State Hwy 71 in Austin, TX on September 7th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 1:48 p.m. According to investigators, a commercial truck operated by a 31-year-old driver was westbound in a center lane, approaching a pedestrian standing near the shoulder of the road. Officials say the pedestrian entered into lanes of travel as the vehicle approached before he was struck by the vehicle. The pedestrian, a 43-year-old man who was not publicly identified, suffered fatal injuries in the crash. Additional information was not immediately available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Commercial Truck
Road/Highway
State Hwy 71
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial Truck collided with a pedestrian

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