AUSTIN, Texas — A single-vehicle crash on East William Cannon Drive claimed the life of 34-year-old Michael Anthony Tasso, of Austin, Texas, late Sunday night, according to the Austin Police Department.
The incident occurred at approximately 11:58 p.m. in the 4900 block of East William Cannon Drive. Tasso was pronounced dead at the scene, marking Austin’s 90th fatal crash of the year, resulting in 94 fatalities. Comparatively, by this date in 2024, there had been 91 fatal crashes with 97 deaths. The investigation into this crash is ongoing, and the fatality information may change, stated the source.
Authorities urge anyone with information about the crash to contact APD’s Vehicular Homicide Unit at 512-974-8111. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through the Capital Area Crime Stoppers Program by visiting austincrimestoppers.org or calling 512-472-8477.