Pedestrian Struck and Killed by 18-Wheeler on Interstate 35 in Austin

Person Killed in Austin Pedestrian Crash on I-35 near U.S. 290

Austin, Texas (May 21, 2018) – A pedestrian was struck and killed by an 18-wheeler early Monday morning in Austin, according to the Austin Police Department.
The auto-pedestrian crash took place shortly before 4:30 a.m. in the northbound lanes of Interstate 35 near U.S. 290.
Police said the pedestrian was attempting to cross the highway when the deadly accident happened.
The victim, whose identity was not immediately released, was pronounced dead at the scene.
The northbound lanes of I-35 were shut down as investigators examined the scene.
The accident remains under investigation.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family and friends of the deceased.
If you have lost a loved one in an auto accident or as a result of another person’s wrongful conduct, contact Joel A. Gordon & Associates at 281-943-5555 for a free consultation. Our offices are conveniently located throughout Houston and Harris County. We also conduct regular travels in the region to meet with clients.
The information for this blog post was obtained from public media and is for informational purposes.  No attorney-client relationship is established unless the law firm is formally retained. We understand this is a difficult time for the family of those affected by a tragic accident, and we offer our sincere sympathies.  While the thought of hiring a law firm may not feel appropriate at this time, as a public service we like to advise that in some cases it may be important to immediately begin securing evidence (such as photos of skid marks and property damage) and witness statements before it’s too late.