Lee Pryor Killed in Austin Pedestrian Accident on U.S. Route 290

Austin, Texas (October 21, 2021) – The pedestrian who was hit and killed by a van last week Thursday in Austin has been identified as Lee Roy Pryor, 63, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened around 6:38 a.m., in the 6800 block of westbound U.S. Route 290.

Police said a Honda Odyssey was traveling westbound on the highway when it struck Pryor, who was attempting to cross the highway mid-block.

Pryor was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Odyssey driver remained at the scene after the accident.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with any information about the accident is asked to call the Highway Investigation Tip Line at 512-974-8111, use the Crime Stoppers tip line at 512-472-8477 (TIPS), or the Crime Stoppers app. You may remain anonymous.

You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

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