A late Sunday night drive on East William Cannon Drive turned fatal when a single vehicle crashed in the 4900 block, killing the man behind the wheel, according to Austin police. The driver, identified as Michael Anthony Tasso, born July 9, 1991, was pronounced dead at the scene. APD’s crash investigators are treating the wreck as a fatal collision.
In a media release, the City of Austin said officers responded around 11:58 p.m. and recorded the incident as case 25-3551563. The department also shared details on Facebook, noting that investigators had not yet released any information about possible contributing factors in the initial statement.
Investigation and how to help
APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit is leading the investigation and officials are asking anyone who saw what happened to come forward. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Capital Area Crime Stoppers or by calling 512‑472‑8477.
Where this crash fits into city totals
The City of Austin reports this was Austin’s 90th fatal crash of 2025, bringing the year’s total to 94 deaths. At the same time last year, officials noted 91 fatal crashes and 97 deaths. The release also directs anyone with additional information to contact APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit at 512‑974‑8111.
William Cannon corridor history
The William Cannon corridor has already seen more than its share of tragedy this year. In May, there was a fatal crash on the 4600 block that later resulted in another death. Those incidents have continued to fuel concern among neighbors and safety advocates about conditions along the busy eastside stretch.
Austin police say the investigation into Sunday night’s crash remains active and that more information will be released when it becomes available. Anyone with video or details is urged to contact investigators through the channels listed above.
