Cynthia Maria Leonard Killed in Austin Pedestrian Accident on Cameron Road

Austin, Texas (March 11, 2021) – The woman who was killed in a hit-and-run crash last week Thursday in north Austin has been identified as Cynthia Maria Leonard, 46, according to police.

The deadly accident happened around 9:41 p.m., March 4, in the 7200 block of Cameron Road near East St. Johns Avenue.

Police said Leonard was struck by a white 2015 Ford Fiesta that then fled the scene.

Leonard was pronounced dead at the scene.

The authorities are still looking for the suspect driver.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with information about the driver is asked to call APD’s vehicular homicide unit at 512-974-4278.

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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