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Case: 21-0631309
Date: March 4, 2021
Time: 9:41 p.m.
Location: 7200 block of Cameron Road
Deceased: Cynthia Maria Leonard, White female, 3/15/1974
The preliminary investigation shows that Cynthia Maria Leonard was struck by a white, 2015 Ford Fiesta in the 7200 block of Cameron Road. The driver then fled the scene.
The victim was pronounced deceased on site.
This is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information regarding this case is asked to call APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit Detectives at (512) 974-4278, utilize the Crime Stoppers tip line at 512-472-8477 (TIPS), or the Crime Stoppers app. You may remain anonymous. Information leading to an arrest may be eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.
You can also submit tips by downloading APD’s mobile app, Austin PD, for free on iPhone and Android.
This is Austin’s 20th fatal traffic crash of 2021, resulting in 22 fatalities for the year. On the date of this crash in 2020, there were 20 fatal crashes resulting in 21 fatalities.
These statements are from the initial assessment of the fatal crash and investigation is still pending. Fatality information may change.