Ramon Nolasco Killed in North Austin Bicycle Accident on Interstate 35

Austin, Texas (April 15, 2023) – The bicyclist who was killed on Wednesday in a hit-and-run accident in North Austin has been identified as Ramon Clemente Nolasco, 62, according to the police.

The deadly accident happened around 7:21 p.m., April 12, in the 9000 block of N IH 35 Service Road Southbound.

Police said Nolasco was riding his bicycle northbound along the sidewalk when a black 4-door GMC Yukon pulled out of a private driveway and hit him.

The driver fled the scene after the accident.

Nolasco was taken to the hospital, where he later died.

Video surveillance shows two suspects were in the vehicle at the time of the crash. The driver was described as a heavy-set Hispanic male with thick, curly, black hair and was last seen wearing a construction reflective vest. The passenger was described as a heavy-set Hispanic male and was last seen wearing a construction reflective vest. Officers are looking for both suspects.

The police are investigating the crash. Anyone with any information is asked to call APD’s Vehicular Homicide unit at 512-974-8111. You may submit a tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.

Common Causes of Automobile Accidents

There are many different reasons why automobile, pedestrian, 18-wheeler, bicycle, and motorcycle accidents occur, including driver negligence, driver inattention, texting and driving, speeding, fatigue, failure to yield the right of way from a stop sign, or private drive, running a red light, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. While the factors listed above are the main causes of most accidents, there may also be other factors involved, which is why it’s important that an investigation be conducted before evidence disappears, especially in cases involving a fatality.  At Joel A. Gordon & Associates, we will act quickly to secure accident scene photos, interview witnesses, obtain police records, and secure other valuable evidence needed to win your case.  Call now for a free consultation.

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