AUSTIN, Texas — Northbound Interstate 35 lanes were closed near the US 183 intersection at Anderson Lane after a deadly crash involving a pedestrian on Oct. 21.
According to Austin police, someone was hit by an 18-wheeler around 3 a.m.
The driver of the 18-wheeler did stay on the scene and talk to officers. He's not expected to be charged at this time.
The interstate reopened around 5:45 a.m.
Based on the preliminary investigation, police believe the truck was traveling northbound in one of the inside lanes when he moved over for a police vehicle that had activated its lights to respond to a pedestrian the officer had observed walking against the inside concrete barrier. At that same time, police said the pedestrian sprinted eastbound into the path of the oncoming semi and was struck.
Police said it does not appear that speed, lighting or driver impairment were factors in this crash.
The deceased was identified as Armando De La Cruz, 33.
This is an ongoing investigation. Check back for updates.
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