Accident – Death – Obituary News :
On Wednesday, Austin Police made an arrest in connection with a tragic hit-and-run incident that occurred in downtown Austin in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The suspect, Tyrone Thompson, 23, was taken into custody and booked into the Travis County Jail on multiple charges, including Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) and an accident involving death.
Details of the Incident
The incident took place at the intersection of East Seventh Street and Red River Street, where a vehicle struck two pedestrians. The victim, Cody Jordon Shelton, 26, tragically lost his life at the scene, while the second pedestrian sustained severe injuries and was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition.
Suspect Flees the Scene
According to reports, Thompson fled the scene of the crash and continued driving east on East Seventh Street. However, through the ongoing investigation, authorities were able to identify him as the suspect after he was involved in another collision in Travis County and subsequently arrested on unrelated charges.
Continued Investigation
The case remains under investigation as law enforcement officials work to gather more evidence and information surrounding the events leading up to the fatal hit-and-run. KXAN News is diligently following the story and will provide updates as more details emerge.
Victim Identified
The victim, Cody Jordon Shelton, has been identified by police, and our thoughts are with his family and loved ones during this difficult time. The community mourns the loss of a young life and hopes for justice to be served in this heartbreaking situation.
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