One Injured in Austin Swimming Accident near Mansfield Dam Park

Austin, Texas (May 21, 2020) – A swimmer was hit by a boat Wednesday morning near Mansfield Dam Park in Austin, according to officials.

The accident was reported at about 9:49 a.m. May 20, at 4370 Mansfield Dam Road, off FM 620 near Lake Travis.

Officials said an adult was swimming when they were struck by a boat.

The victim was taken to St. David’s Round Rock Medical Center with serious but non-life threatening injuries.

No further details were provided.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

We wish the injured victim a quick recovery.

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