Texas

Robbie Lynn Hardin Killed in Pedestrian Accident at Airport Blvd near I-35 in Austin, TX

Date of Accident
August 15, 2021
Victim's Name(s)
Robbie Lynn Hardin
Type of Accident
Auto-Pedestrian
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

Where it Happened

Airport Boulevard, Austin, TX, USA

What Happened

Austin Police are investigating a collision that killed a pedestrian at Airport Blvd near I-35 in Austin, TX on August 15th, 2021. Police say the incident happened around 5:30 a.m. 49-year-old Robbie Lynn Hardin was involved in a collision with a vehicle that occurred under unclear circumstances. Police suggest that Hardin was attempting to cross outside a marked crosswalk before being struck by a vehicle operated by a suspected intoxicated driver. Police arrested the driver, 22-year-old Tanya Martinez Ortega, on suspicion of DWI. Hardin suffered fatal injuries in the collision.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Austin Police
Vehicles Involved
Passenger Car
Road/Highway
Airport Blvd
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

A pedestrian was struck by a passenger vehicle under unclear circumstances

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