A tragic incident occurred near Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, resulting in the death of a woman after a wrong-way crash. The accident happened on Sunday morning, on US 183.
Details of the Crash
According to the Austin Police Department (APD), officers received reports of a wrong-way driver shortly after 9:30 a.m. The vehicle was traveling south in the northbound lanes of US 183 near McCall Lane in southeast Austin.
Fatalities and Charges
During the collision, multiple vehicles were involved. A woman in her 60s was pronounced dead at the scene around 9:50 a.m. Following the incident, another woman has been charged with intoxication manslaughter, although her identity remains undisclosed.
Impact on Traffic
- Northbound US 183 was closed for several hours.
- First responders worked to investigate and clear the crash site.
- The road was reopened just before 1:10 p.m.
This haunting event underscores the dangers of impaired driving. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding this tragic crash.
