Texas

Woman Killed in Accident at State Hwy 71 in Bastrop County, TX

Published on: February 9, 2024

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

Where it Happened

State Hwy 71, Austin, TX, USA

What Happened

Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a woman at State Hwy 71 in Bastrop County, TX on January 21st, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 1:24 a.m. According to investigators, a Chevrolet Avalanche was eastbound before failing to control its speed and colliding with the rear of a Nissan Sentra stopped at a red light. The collision caused a 19-year-old passenger in the Nissan to suffer fatal injuries. The driver had serious injuries while the driver and passenger of the other vehicle fled the scene. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Texas Department of Public Safety
Vehicles Involved
Chevrolet Avalanche, Nissan Sentra
Road/Highway
State Hwy 71
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries (1), serious injuries (1)

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Chevrolet Avalanche and a Nissan Sentra were involved in a collision

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