Austin – 1 Killed in Deadly Auto Collision on Highway 290
Posted on Thursday, May 30th, 2019 at 1:06 am
At least one person was pronounced dead after a fatal crash involving a tractor-trailer on Highway 290 in western Travis County, early Friday morning.
At around 1:00 a.m., Austin local officials were requested on US 290 near Shallow Ford Drive in response to a call reporting a collision. How the crash took place remains unclear at this time but it was confirmed that a Toyota 4Runner was in a complete wreck after colliding with a tractor-trailer.
Authorities said that one person died as a result of the crash. It was not clear if he was an occupant in the sport utility vehicle of the tractor-trailer.
No injuries were reported.
Investigators arrived at the scene to gather details surrounding the incident. The road was temporarily closed for clearing.
We express our deepest condolences to the family and relatives of the deceased victim. May God grant you the strength you need to get through this difficult moment in your life. We strongly believe that authorities will do everything to bring those responsible to justice.
Following a fatal accident, it is important to be familiar with the rights you are entitled to. If you or your loved one is a victim in an accident caused by inattentive actions of another driver or other entity, you may have the right to file for compensation. In times like this, you would need a professional who can provide you with all the support you need as you go through this difficult time.
