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Case: 20-2701595
Date: September 26, 2020
Time: 11:53 p.m.
Location: 8400 block of S. IH 35 northbound proper
Deceased: Herrera, Paul Joseph Hispanic male, (D.O.B 01-06-94)
The preliminary investigation shows that a 2004, maroon, Mercury Grand Marquis was northbound on IH 35 when the left front of the vehicle struck the right rear of an 18-wheeler. The 18-wheeler was also traveling northbound on IH 35, in the center lane when traffic started to slow down due to construction. The driver of the 18-wheeler was moving very slowly and almost stopped when he felt something strike him from behind.
The driver of the Mercury was pronounced deceased at the scene.
This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case should call APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit Detectives at (512) 974-6935. You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.
This is Austin’s 63rd fatal traffic crash of 2020, resulting in 68 fatalities this year. At this time in 2019, there were 63 traffic fatalities.
These statements are from the initial assessment of the fatal crash and investigation is still pending. Fatality information may change.