Sara Jo Gamond Killed in 18-Wheeler Crash on I-35 in North Austin
Sara Jo Gamond Killed in North Austin 18-Wheeler Crash on Interstate 35
Austin, Texas – One person was killed Saturday morning in an 18-wheeler crash in North Austin, according to officials.
The fatal crash happened around 5:50 a.m., on northbound Interstate 35 between Rundberg Lane and U.S. Highway 183.
Officials said an 18-wheeler and a pickup truck were involved in the crash.
The pickup driver, Sara Jo Gamond, 44, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The 18-wheeler driver stayed at the scene and cooperated with the investigators.
The crash closed all the northbound lanes of the interstate near Rutherford Lane.
The crash remains under investigation.
Police said anyone with any information should call APD’s Vehicular Homicide unit at 512-974-8111. You can submit your tip anonymously online through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program or by calling 512-472-8477.
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