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Case: 20-3641379
Date: December 29, 2020
Time: 9:34 p.m.
Location: 14700 block of FM 1825
Deceased: Derrick Dewayne Wooley | Black male | June 4, 1987
The preliminary investigation shows that pedestrian Derrick Dewayne Wooley was in the roadway when he was struck by a black, 2015 Toyota Camry. A nurse, who was a passenger in a nearby vehicle, performed CPR on Mr. Wooley in an attempt to save him. He was ultimately pronounced deceased on scene.
The driver of the Toyota remained on scene. No charges are expected.
This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case should call APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit Detectives at (512) 974-8544. You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.
This was Austin’s 86th fatal traffic crash of 2020, resulting in 92 fatalities. At the time in 2019, there were 87 traffic fatalities.
These statements are from the initial assessment of the fatal crash and investigation is still pending. Fatality information may change.