Christopher Austin Killed in North Austin Motorcycle Crash on Interstate 35

Austin, Texas (August 25, 2021) – A man was killed on August 15 in a motorcycle crash in north Austin, according to the Austin Police Department.

The deadly accident happened around 11:15 a.m., in the 13300 block of North Interstate 35.

Police said Christopher Austin, 20, was riding a 2015 Yamaha motorcycle on the interstate when he rear-ended a Toyota Tacoma.

Austin was pronounced dead at the scene.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with any information about the crash is asked to call the Highway Investigation Tip Line at (512) 974-8111 or Crime Stoppers at (512) 472-8477. Tips can remain anonymous.

Most motorcycle crashes are caused by negligent drivers who don’t keep a proper lookout or fail to yield the right-of-way. Because motorcyclists are vulnerable, their injuries are usually severe, often suffering from road rash, broken bones, brain injuries, amputations, or spinal cord injuries. In some cases, the accident results in death.

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