Texas

William Clay, Ronald Terlizzese Killed in Accident at I-35 in Austin, TX

Published on: April 17, 2025

Date of Accident
August 11, 2025
Victim's Name(s)
William Clay, Ronald Terlizzese
Type of Accident
Car Accident
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
Yes

What Happened

Authorities in Austin, TX, are investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on August 11, 2024, at approximately 8:34 a.m. on Interstate 35. According to investigators, a Hyundai Tucson was traveling north through a construction zone when it failed to maintain a single lane and struck a support pillar at an underpass. The 59-year-old driver, Ronald Terlizzese and his 26-year-old passenger, William Clay, both sustained fatal injuries. Distraction in the vehicle, driver inattention, and alcohol use were identified as alleged contributing factors. Additional information was not available.


Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Austin Police
Vehicles Involved
Hyundai Tucson
Road/Highway
I-35
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Hyundai Tucson struck a support pillar

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