APD Detectives Search for a Suspect in Connection to a Collision Involving Bodily Injury

Case:  26-0161279
 
Date:  Monday, January 16, 2026
 
Time:  7:30 p.m.
 
Location:  E. Cesar Chavez Street & Attayac Street
 
Austin Police (APD) Highway Enforcement Detectives are requesting the public’s help with identifying a suspect in connection to a Collision Involving Bodily Injury that occurred on Monday, January 16, 2026, at approximately 7:30 p.m., in the intersection of E. Cesar Chavez Street & Attayac Street.
 
The victim’s vehicle was rear-ended by the suspect vehicle. The suspect vehicle left the scene without calling 9-1-1 or exchanging information. The victim suffered minor injuries and was not transported to a hospital.
 
Suspect vehicle description:

• Pickup truck
• Dark blue or black color
• LED headlights
• Newer model

Anyone with any information may submit a tip anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477. A reward of up to $1,000 may be available for any information that leads to an arrest.