UPDATE: Further statements from authorities indicate that the victim involved in the accident was 66-year-old David Lee Walden. It appears David Walden died on October 10, 2024, due to the injuries he sustained in the accident.
The driver of the car involved in the crash was allegedly intoxicated at the time of the accident. Authorities reportedly charged the driver with DWI. Other details are unavailable at this time.
Austin, TX — September 20, 2024, One person was seriously injured following a car accident that occurred around 8:30 P.M. on East Stassney Highway.
According to official reports, a 66-year-old male was riding his bicycle in the southbound lanes of Stassney Ln near Teri Rd when a Toyota Corolla failed to control their speed and hit the bicycle from behind. As a result, the man was thrown from the bicycle.
Upon arrival by first responders, they found that the man had sustained serious injuries and transported him to the hospital for treatment. At this time the status the the man, including his identity, is unknown. There has also been no report thus far as to whether any charges or citations will be filed.
Commentary by Attorney Michael Grossman
With the allegations this accident involved an intoxicated driver, I have to wonder if authorities have continued efforts beyond that driver’s alleged actions alone. As important as it is for intoxicated driver to be held accountable, it may be only part of the larger story. Many serious intoxicated driver accidents involve people unlawfully over-served by a bar, for example. Negligent alcohol providers can potentially face criminal investigations, administrative penalties, or liability when their actions contribute to people being hurt or killed. But if authorities simply move on once there’s a driver facing charges, they might overlook this and let those alcohol providers slip through the cracks. If nothing else, families affected by an accident like this deserve to know there will be accountability for all parties involved. Are those steps being taken?
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