Man Struck, Killed by 2 Vehicles on Interstate 35 in Austin
Man Killed in Austin Pedestrian Accident on Interstate 35 near Cesar Chavez Street
Austin, Texas (September 1, 2022) – A man died after being struck by two vehicles Wednesday morning in Austin, according to the Austin Police Department.
The fatal crash happened at about 5:23 a.m. Wednesday, August 31, on Interstate 35 near Cesar Chavez Street, exit 234, and Riverside Drive, exit 233.
Austin police said the man was hit by two vehicles on the interstate.
The man died in the crash. His name has not been released pending notification of next of kin.
Both drivers stopped at the scene and cooperated with the authorities.
Police temporarily closed the southbound lanes as they investigated the crash.
The accident remains under investigation. Anyone with information or who witnessed the crash is asked to call the Highway Investigation Tip Line at 512-974-8111.
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