The deadly accident was reported in the 1900 block of S. Mopac Expressway early that morning at around 1:05 a.m. A 26-year-old man was driving a sedan and was traveling on the roadway when he collided with the rear of a construction truck. The driver was transported to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
The driver of the construction truck was also hospitalized for treatment of sustained injuries. At this time, the identities of the involved parties have been withheld.
No further information on the deadly crash has been made public at this time.
An ongoing investigation into the cause of the fatal crash is in the hands of local law enforcement officials, and more information will be provided as it continues.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.
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