Travis County Deputy Killed in Austin Two-Vehicle Crash on FM 2244

Austin, Texas (March 18, 2020) – A Travis County Sheriff’s Office deputy was killed, and one other person was injured in a two-vehicle crash Wednesday morning in Austin, according to a local news source.

The fatal crash occurred around 6:50 a.m. in the 7700 block of FM 2244.

Officials said the deputy, who was on duty at the time, was driving on the highway when he collided with another vehicle.

The impact caused one of the vehicles to flip over onto its roof.

The deputy was declared dead at the scene. Their name has not been released.

One other person was taken to the hospital with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.

The crash remains under investigation.

We pass our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.

“When a person has suffered a grave personal injury in an accident due to someone else’s negligence, the most overwhelming emotion they feel is a sense of injustice. They often ask how such a life-altering event could have happened to them,” attorney Joel A. Gordon said. “The next question usually is, who can help me?” Mr. Gordon added.

A legal advocate can represent an injury victim or the family of a deceased victim. The attorney will file a claim on behalf of the victim and will have the responsibility of citing existing codes, laws or statues which were violated.

To speak with an attorney, Click to call: 281-943-5555.