Tragedy struck at the intersection of E Riverside Dr. and Clubview Ave. in Austin on Monday evening when two vehicles collided, resulting in a fatality. Austin Police Department (APD) officials responded to the incident on December 9, which occurred approximately at 6:08 p.m. Among the vehicle's occupants was Regina Natalie Reyes, a white female born on May 26, 1962, who, after being transported to a local hospital, was pronounced deceased.
The aftermath saw both drivers remain on the scene, with authorities noting that there were no signs of impairment from either party. As the investigation unfolds, APD officers are working to understand the precise circumstances leading up to the crash. The initial assessment indicates a sobering statistic; this incident marks Austin’s 85th fatal crash of 2024, which, to date, has resulted in 90 fatalities. The comparable figures from the previous year around the same time stood slightly lower, with 84 fatal crashes and 87 fatalities.
While the investigation continues, APD's Vehicular Homicide unit is calling upon the community for help. Anyone possessing information about the crash is urged to reach out to the authorities. The APD’s Vehicular Homicide unit can be contacted at 512-974-8111, and anonymous tips can be relayed through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program, which can be accessed online at austincrimestoppers.org or via a call to 512-472-8477.
APD has issued a reminder that these early findings from the crash site are part of an ongoing investigation. Consequently, details, including fatality information, may be subject to change as new evidence comes to light. The community mourns the loss of Regina Natalie Reyes and any individuals affected by this and other such devastating events on the city's roadways.
