Connor Avery Hughes Killed in East Austin Pedestrian Accident on Airport Boulevard

Austin, Texas (January 21, 2021) – The man who was killed in a pedestrian accident last week in East Austin has been identified as 21-year-old Connor Avery Hughes, according to police.

The deadly accident happened around 9:21 p.m., January 9, in the 4000 block of Airport Boulevard.

Police said Hughes was attempting to cross the roadway midblock when he was struck by a northbound blue 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.

Hughes was taken to Dell Seton Medical Center at the University of Texas, where he died on January 11.

The Chevrolet driver remained at the scene and was not impaired. Speed was not a factor in the crash.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with information about the accident is asked to call APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit Detectives at (512) 974-4424. You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

Who May Make a Wrongful Death Claim in Texas?

A wrongful death claim for a family member may be brought by spouses, children, or parents. The State of Texas also allows the estate of the deceased to bring a survival action to recover for past medical expenses and conscious pain and suffering, as well as other non-economic damages which the deceased may have suffered before death. Texas does not permit brothers, sisters, cousins, or grandparents to assert any claims for the death of a family member.

Wrongful death claims require an attorney who understands the complexity of the damages caused by a significant loss. The lawyer representing the client has the responsibility to hire the necessary experts to help prove the case. 

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