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Case: 20-3340060
Date: November 29, 2020
Time: 12:44 a.m.
Location: 8800 block of N. IH 35 Southbound proper
Deceased: Ramon Caal Cho, Hispanic male, (D.O.B. 4-3-01)
The preliminary investigation shows that a gray, 2012 Chevrolet Camaro was traveling southbound in the center lane near the 8800 block of N. IH 35 when a pedestrian crossed the highway from west to east. The driver of the Camaro struck the pedestrian. The case is still being investigated to determine whether charges will be filed.
The pedestrian, Ramon Caal Cho, was pronounced deceased on 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 78th fatal traffic crash of 2020, resulting in 82 fatalities this year. At this time in 2019, there were 79 traffic fatalities.
These statements are from the initial assessment of the fatal crash and investigation is still pending. Fatality information may change.