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SPICEWOOD, Travis County, Texas, Oct. 29, 2026 — One person died and another was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash on Thursday morning, October 29, near Pace Bend Road and State Highway 71 in western Travis County.
The crash happened around 8:30 a.m. in the 1300 block of South Pace Bend Road, according to Austin-Travis County EMS. The Texas Department of Public Safety said the vehicles involved were a commercial motor vehicle and a pickup truck.
EMS crews pronounced the driver of the pickup truck dead at the scene. The other driver was taken to St. David's South Austin Medical Center with injuries described as not life-threatening.
The Travis County Sheriff's Office said the crash would take hours to clear and advised drivers to use another route.
The circumstances of the crash remain under investigation. We are deeply sorry for the loss suffered by the victim's family, and we wish the injured person a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Texas
This fatal crash happened at Pace Bend Road and State Highway 71 in Spicewood, TX. Our Texas intersections page covers intersection crashes across Texas.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does seat belt use matter so much in crashes like this?
A seat belt keeps an occupant from being thrown inside the vehicle or ejected during a crash, which lowers the chance of severe or fatal injury when a commercial vehicle and a passenger vehicle collide.
What should families do after a fatal crash?
Families can contact the investigating agency, in this case the Texas Department of Public Safety, for updates on the case and to request a copy of the crash report once it becomes available.
How are fatal crashes like this one investigated?
Investigators typically document the scene, inspect both vehicles, interview witnesses and review any available data before determining how the crash occurred.
How long do fatal-crash investigations usually take?
Timelines vary, but a full report usually takes several weeks to a few months, depending on the complexity of the crash and whether specialized reconstruction is needed.
