Four Injured in SW Austin Multi-Vehicle Crash at SH 71 and Thomas Springs Road  

Austin, Texas (June 30, 2021) – Four people, including a child, were injured Tuesday afternoon in a multi-vehicle crash in southwest Austin, according to the authorities.

The crash happened just before 2:00 p.m., June 29, at the intersection of State Highway 71 and Thomas Springs Road.

Authorities said multiple vehicles were involved in the wreck.

One person had to be extricated from a vehicle that had damaged a hydrant and brought down wires into the roadway.

One person was taken to St. David’s South Austin Medical Center with serious, potentially life-threatening injuries. Another adult was taken to Dell Seton Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries. A child was taken to Dell Children’s Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

Another person refused transportation to the hospital.

Motorists were urged to seek alternate routes.

An investigation is underway.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

While there are many causes of car accidents, the most common reasons of driver negligence include driver inattention; cell phone use; texting and driving; speeding; fatigue; failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign or private drive; running a red light; and driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” Attorney Joel A. Gordon said. Mr. Gordon believes that an independent investigation is important. An Attorney will help obtain the crash report, secure accident photos, interview witnesses, and create a claim.

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