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Motorcyclist dies after falling from I-35 flyover in Austin

Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · As published by CBS Austin · July 29, 2026 · 1 min read

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A fatal crash occurred in Austin on Wednesday, resulting in the death of a motorcyclist. The incident happened on the southbound Interstate 35 flyover. The motorcyclist fell from the flyover onto Ben White Boulevard. Austin-Travis County officials reported the incident. Further details about the crash are available from Austin-Travis County officials, who confirmed the motorcyclist's death.

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Category: safety · Published: July 29, 2026 · Source: CBS Austin · Reading time: 1 min

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Motorcyclist dies after falling from I-35 flyover in Austin

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