AUSTIN, Williamson County, Texas, Nov. 10, 2026 — One person died on Monday, November 9, after a crash involving a semi-truck and a passenger vehicle closed part of U.S. Highway 183 in Williamson County, according to the Williamson County Sheriff’s Office.
The crash happened at the intersection of U.S. 183 and FM 3405. Both directions of the highway were shut down following the collision.
One driver was pronounced dead at the scene. The other driver suffered serious injuries, though further details on that person’s condition have not been released. It is not yet known which vehicle’s driver died.
Drivers were urged to avoid the area and use alternate routes while crews worked the scene.
Authorities continue investigating the collision. We are deeply sorry for the loss suffered by the victim’s family, and we wish the injured driver a speedy recovery.
Crash Reports and Road Safety in Austin, TX
This fatal crash happened at U.S. 183 and FM 3405 in Austin, TX. Readers following crash news in Williamson County can find city-level information on our Austin accident resource page, including how to request a report.
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How long do fatal-crash investigations usually take?
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