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Published on June 20, 2024
Texas DPS Seeks Witnesses Following Fatal Hit-and-Run on SH 130 Near HuttoSource: Facebook/Texas Department of Public Safety

The Texas Department of Public Safety is reaching out to the public for assistance after a fatal hit-and-run crash that took place in the vicinity of Hutto on SH 130, as reported by CBS Austin. The incident occurred Wednesday morning, and it involved a black Infiniti SUV that left the scene after the crash. The vehicle in question suffered damage on its right passenger side.

The collision took place around 10:56 a.m. in the northbound lanes near Chandler Road. Investigations are underway as DPS officials are calling for anyone with information about the driver or vehicle involved in the crash to come forward. This request for public assistance has been mirrored by information obtained by FOX 7 Austin, with a plea to potential witnesses to contact Texas DPS at 512-424-7391 if they have any details that could lead to identifying and locating the fleeing party.

At this time, details regarding the victim or the specific circumstances leading up to the crash have not been made available. DPS is actively pursuing leads and has not yet released further information concerning the investigation.