On the evening of November 6, 2024, tragedy struck at the intersection of Dessau Road and Collinwood West Drive, when two vehicles collided resulting in a fatality. Marianne Ashley Agusto, born on October 31, 1990, succumbed to her injuries from the crash after being transported to a local hospital. Agusto was pronounced deceased on November 23, according to the City of Austin's official news release.
The Austin Police Department, which responded to the incident at approximately 8 p.m., is conducting an investigation into the matter. The crash marks the city's 80th fatal accident of the year, an uptick from the previous year's count; where, on the same date in 2023, there were 76 fatal crashes resulting in 79 fatalities. The other driver involved was not injured and cooperated with officials on the scene.
As investigations continue, the Austin Police Department urges witnesses or individuals with information about the crash to come forward. At this time, details are still developing, and the final assessment of the incident may bring more information to light. The city has experienced a year marked by a higher number of traffic-related fatalities, which has raised concerns about driving safety and the measures in place to protect road users.
For those interested in contributing any additional knowledge they may possess of the incident, authorities are welcoming information which could further aid the investigation.
