59-Year-Old Woman Injured in NE Austin Bicycle Accident on Dessau Road near E. Applegate Drive

Austin, Texas – According to the police, a 59-year-old woman was critically injured earlier this month in a hit-and-run accident in Northeast Austin.

The crash happened just before 7:00 p.m., February 5, in the 10500 block of Dessau Road near E. Applegate Drive.

Police said an unknown vehicle hit the 59-year-old Hispanic female bicyclist.

The driver immediately left the scene without attempting to render aid or call 911.

The woman was taken to the hospital with multiple life-threatening injuries where she remains in critical condition.

The authorities are looking for the hit-and-run driver.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with any information may submit their tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, bicycle, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, 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 under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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