City Of Austin: Fatality Crash In The 8800 Block N. Mopac SB SVRD

Press release from the City of Austin:

Sep. 28, 2021

City of Austin FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 512-974-5017 Email Case:

Case: 21-2690262
Time: 2:54 a.m.
Date: September 26, 2021
Location: 8800 Block N. Mopac SB SVRD
Deceased: Unidentified

On September 26, at approximately 2:54 a.m., APD was notified of a single vehicle collision that occurred in the 8800 Block N Mopac SB SVRD. The preliminary investigation shows the white BMW traveled southbound before striking the curb and catching fire. The driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to contact the Highway Investigation Tip Line at 512-974-8111, utilize the Crime Stoppers tip line at 512-472-8477 (TIPS), or the Crime Stoppers app. You may remain anonymous.

You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.

This is Austin’s 85th fatal traffic crash of 2021, resulting in 92 fatalities for the year. On the date of this crash in 2020, there were 63 fatal crashes resulting in 68 fatalities.

These statements are from the initial assessment of the fatal crash and investigation is still pending. Fatality information may change.

This press release was produced by the City of Austin. The views expressed here are the author’s own.