News Summary
Recent traffic incidents on State Highways 130 and I-35 in Austin have resulted in road closures and fatalities. A single-vehicle crash in Pflugerville claimed a life, while a semi-truck accident left one person critically injured. Ongoing investigations into these events have highlighted concerns about roadway safety in Central Texas, prompting authorities to urge drivers to stay vigilant.
Austin, Texas – Multiple traffic incidents have recently occurred on State Highways 130 and I-35, leading to road closures and, tragically, fatalities. Among these incidents, a crash in northeast Austin resulted in temporary lane closures, while a separate single-vehicle crash in Pflugerville claimed one life early Tuesday morning.
According to the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT), lanes on the northbound SH 130 toll road have reopened following a crash near the intersection with US 290. The incident, which initially caused all lanes to close, diverted traffic to Exit 437B as emergency responders arrived at the scene. The thoroughfare was cleared early on Tuesday morning, allowing traffic to resume normal flow.
In Pflugerville, at approximately 3:19 a.m., a serious single-vehicle crash occurred on State Highway 130, which left one passenger dead and the driver injured. The vehicle, while approaching the Kelly Lane exit, veered off the roadway and collided with a wall. Emergency services pronounced the passenger dead at the scene, while the driver was taken to a local hospital for treatment of injuries. Due to the incident, one lane of SH 130 remained closed for roughly three hours to facilitate an investigation, ultimately reopening at around 6:30 a.m.
Authorities have not yet released the identities of the individuals involved in the Pflugerville crash. As the investigation continues, police are working to understand the events leading up to the accident.
In another incident, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is seeking assistance in identifying a woman who was killed in an auto-pedestrian crash on New Year’s Day in Del Valle. At about 8:20 p.m., a 2005 Honda Pilot struck the woman as she crossed the roadway after a small hill. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with law enforcement, but despite being airlifted to Dell Seton Medical Center, the woman was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.
Efforts to identify the woman have been challenging, as she did not have any identification at the time of the crash. Descriptions indicate she is approximately 20 years old, Hispanic, standing about 5’3″ tall and weighing around 108 pounds, with long straight black hair. At the time of the incident, she was wearing a gray sweatshirt, burnt orange shirt, blue jeans, and gold-colored sandals. Prior to the incident, witnesses reported seeing her at a local gas station asking for a ride to Stassney Lane in South Austin. The DPS encourages anyone with information about the woman’s identity or her activities before the crash to reach out at 512-424-7391.
Additionally, a significant two-vehicle accident involving a semi-truck occurred on State Highway 130 on Thursday evening around 6:02 p.m. The crash took place in the 7000 block of South SH 130, between the Erloy Road exit and the FM 812 exit. One individual was found unconscious in the aftermath and was classified as a trauma alert before being transported to Dell Seton Medical Center in critical condition. In light of the accident, traffic flow has been diverted at Pearce Lane as authorities manage the scene and investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash.
These series of traffic incidents highlight ongoing safety concerns on Central Texas roadways, prompting authorities to remind drivers to remain vigilant and adhere to traffic regulations. As investigations continue, more information regarding these events may be disclosed, including potential safety measures to prevent future accidents.
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