Keith Culver Killed in SE Austin Hit-and-Run on East Stassney Lane near Burleson Road

Austin, Texas (April 6, 2022) – A bicyclist was killed last week Wednesday in a hit-and-run accident in southeast Austin, according to the police.

The deadly accident occurred just before 9:00 a.m., March 30, in the 6300 block of East Stassney Lane near Burleson Road.

Police said Keith Culver, 73, was riding his bicycle when he was struck by a vehicle that then fled the scene.

Culver was taken to the hospital, where he died the next day.

The vehicle was described as a small 4-door, dark-colored vehicle.

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, utilize the Crime Stoppers tip line at 512-472-8477 (TIPS), or the Crime Stoppers app.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

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