One Severely Injured in Eastern Travis County Hit-and-Run Crash on Springdale Road

Travis County, Texas (October 25, 2023) – A bicyclist was severely injured early this month in a hit-and-run accident in eastern Travis County, according to the police.

The accident happened around 9:30 p.m., October 7, in the 1800 block of Springdale Road, just south of E. Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard.

Police said a red Chevrolet Avalanche pickup truck struck a bicyclist and then fled the scene.

The bicyclist was taken to the hospital with severe body injuries.

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

An investigation is underway. Anyone with any information regarding this case should contact the Highway Investigation Tip Line at 512-974-8111, the Crime Stoppers tip line at 512-472-8477 (TIPS), or the Crime Stoppers app. You may remain anonymous.

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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