2 Dead In Fiery Crash On I-35 In Central Austin

Austin TX

26 October, 2021

11:06 AM

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AUSTIN, TX — Two people are dead after a deadly, fiery crash in Central Austin on Monday night. The crash happened around 8:35 p.m. at the 5300 block of north Interstate 35 southbound, about north of 51st street, according to Austin-Travis County EMS. Medics said two people were pronounced dead on scene. The crash, which sparked a fire, involved a car and a semi-truck. Live in Austin? Click here to subscribe to our free breaking news alerts delivered to your inbox and mobile devices. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter, and download our free mobile app on Android or iPhone. FINAL #ATXTrafficFatality vehicle collision with fire 5300 N IH 35 SB: #ATCEMSMedics have obtained 2 Deceased On Scene pronouncements. Expect heavy delays & closures for investigation & cleanup. @Austin_Police have all of SB I35 shutdown. Avoid the area & select an alt route.— ATCEMS (@ATCEMS) October 26, 2021 Austin police forced the interstate to shutdown in the area for several hours before reopening the highway to traffic. At this time, the identities of the victims have yet to be released.