Two Killed in Deadly Austin Crash with Semi on I-35

Austin, Texas (January 5, 2018) – Two people were killed in a late night collision involving a semi-truck and an SUV Thursday in Central Austin, according to authorities.
The collision took place shortly before midnight Thursday, January 4, on Interstate 35 near U.S 290, next to the Capital Plaza.
Austin Police said an 18-wheeler traveling northbound on I-35 crashed into a disabled SUV, causing it to catch fire.
It is unclear why the SUV was not moving when it was struck.
Two people inside the car were killed in the crash.
There were no reports of any other injuries.
The northbound lanes of Interstate 35 were closed as investigators examined the scene.
Police said the investigation is ongoing.
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