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One in critical condition after crashing into Central Austin home

Medics say the patient may have suffered a medical issue before the crash.
Credit: John Gusky
An Austin-Travis County EMS ambulance is seen downtown.

AUSTIN, Texas — One person is in a life-threatening condition after crashing into a home in Central Austin Monday evening.

According to Austin-Travis County EMS, the collision occurred around 5:54 p.m. on the 1600 block of Preston Ave.

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A 911 caller reported that a car collided with a home and that the patient was unconscious, so medics instructed them to begin CPR. The patient was then transported to Dell Seton Medical Center in a critical, life-threatening condition likely due to a medical issue rather than injuries sustained from the collision.

The Austin Fire Department also responded.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.

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