On the night of December 24, a pedestrian was struck and killed in a south Austin traffic collision, according to the Austin Police Department. The incident, which occurred at approximately 8:14 p.m. near West Slaughter Lane and Francia Trail, represents the 93rd fatal crash recorded in the city this year.
South Austin Fatal Collision
The collision took place just east of South First Street, where West Slaughter Lane intersects Francia Trail. A female pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene.
The Austin Police Department has not released the pedestrian’s identity. The driver of the vehicle remained on the scene, was not impaired, and was cooperating with investigators.
Austin Police Department Response
APD is treating the incident as a fatal crash investigation. The department has called for any witnesses or individuals with information to contact the Vehicular Homicide Unit at (512) 974-8111.
Downtown Austin Crash
On the same evening, another pedestrian died in a separate crash downtown. The collision occurred at the intersection of West Cesar Chavez Street and Walter Seaholm Drive.
City-Wide Fatal Crash Statistics
The south Austin crash is being investigated as the city’s 93rd deadly crash of 2024. The year has already seen 97 deaths linked to traffic collisions.
Call to Action
Anyone with information about either incident is urged to reach out to APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit. The department is seeking details that could help determine the circumstances of the crashes.
Key Takeaways
- South Austin crash at 8:14 p.m. on West Slaughter Lane and Francia Trail killed a female pedestrian.
- APD says the driver was not impaired and is cooperating.
- A second fatal crash downtown involved a pedestrian at West Cesar Chavez Street and Walter Seaholm Drive.
- The incidents are the 93rd and 97th fatal crashes in Austin for 2024, respectively.
The two fatal collisions on Christmas Eve underscore the ongoing risks of traffic accidents in Austin. Investigations continue as authorities work to piece together the events that led to these tragic outcomes.
