News: One killed in crash along IH 35 in downtown Austin

AUSTIN, TX – A crash in downtown Austin claimed one person’s life early Sunday morning. 

The collision took place before 2:30 a.m. on the 600 block of North I-35 Frontage Road, ATCEMS tweeted. Upon arrival, first responders discovered that one person had succumbed to his or her injuries. As a result, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. 

FINAL #ATXTrafficFatality 600blk N I35 Svrd NB (02:18) #ATCEMSMedics have obtained a deceased on-scene pronouncement of an adult patient. Avoid the area & expect extended closures & a large public safety presence. No further information is available. pic.twitter.com/li46TwNGs5

— ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) April 9, 2023

It is unclear what led to the fatal collision. In addition, officials did not reveal the identities of those involved. 

Our newsroom will post additional information as it becomes available. 

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