AUSTIN (KXAN) — A head-on collision in northeastern Travis County has led to one death, as well as lane closures in the area Thursday morning.
According to the Travis County Sheriff’s Office (TCSO), the crash was near Farm-to-Market 973 and Schmidt Lane, which is near Manor. TCSO’s website said the crash occurred around 4:35 a.m.
The Texas Department of Public Safety, who assisted with the crash, said two vehicles were involved.
Investigators believe a 2017 Ram 1500 crossed into the northbound lane for “an unknown reason,” hitting a 2012 Ram pickup truck, DPS said.
The driver of the 2012 truck died at the scene. The 2017 Ram driver was taken to a hospital with “incapacitating injuries,” DPS said.
DPS said the investigation is open and ongoing.