News: 1 hospitalized after Austin vehicle, semi rear-end crash 

AUSTIN, TX – One driver was rushed to the hospital after their vehicle crashed into the back of an 18-wheeler and caught on fire along Tesla Road before 2:45 a.m. Friday. 

This collision took place between the 1627 to 2721 block of northbound South State Highway 130, according to a tweet from ATCEMS. Fire crews were able to extinguish the flames. 

Vehicle Rescue 1627-2721 S SH 130 NB (02:43 x-street Tesla Rd) Reported vehicle into back of 18-wheeler with patient pinned. Initial reports of that vehicle being on fire but fire has been put out at this time. More information to follow. pic.twitter.com/zLV4ZG5Vjk

— ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) September 1, 2023

Initially, the motorist who rear-ended the semi was reported to be pinned. However, that later proved to be untrue, and medics did not need to conduct extrication methods. The victim was sent to St. David’s South Medical Center for treatment of potentially serious injuries. 

No other details have been confirmed at this time. Updates will be posted when they become available. 

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