AUSTIN, TX – A man died Saturday evening when a vehicle struck him along a major roadway in south-central Austin, reports KVUE.
The incident occurred shortly after 8 p.m. near the intersection of Menchaca Road and Davis Lane, which is near the Davis Hill Estates and Waterloo neighborhoods.
Police say that 21-year-old Anissa Zapata was intoxicated when she hit a pedestrian, killing him at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released the name of the victim.
Zapata faces felony DUI charges pertaining to an accident involving death.
A full investigation is underway. Anyone with information or tips to share regarding the crash can contact the Austin Police Department.
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