On July 5, 2025, at approximately 9:31 p.m., officers from the Austin Police Department (APD) responded to a single-vehicle collision at the intersection of FM 973 and Spirit Drive. The driver involved in the crash was pronounced dead at the scene and remains unidentified.
This incident marks Austin’s 50th fatal crash of the year, resulting in a total of 54 fatalities. In comparison, on the same date in 2024, there were 40 fatal crashes leading to 42 deaths.
The investigation into this crash is ongoing, and details regarding the fatality may change as more information becomes available.
Authorities urge anyone with information about this incident to contact APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit at 512-974-8111. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting Crimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477.
