Erick Hernandez Killed in SE Austin Pedestrian Accident on East Slaughter Lane near I-35

Austin, Texas (August 30, 2022) – The man who was killed Tuesday night in a pedestrian accident in Southeast Austin has been identified as 33-year-old Erick Hernandez, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened around 10:47 p.m., August 23, in the 700 block of East Slaughter Lane, just east of the intersection with I-35.

Police said Hernandez was struck by a vehicle on East Slaughter Lane.

Hernandez was taken to a local hospital, where he later died.

The driver of the vehicle stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigators.

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.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

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