Spencer Monroe Killed in Collision with Garbage Truck in Austin

A 21-year-old man was killed Wednesday when his Honda Civic sedan crashed into the back of a garbage truck as it backed out into a street. Spencer Monroe was driving near Koenig Lane and Woodrow Avenue when the crash occurred. Police reported that he died at the scene.

The privately-owned garbage truck was reportedly picking up trash at 3:20 a.m. when the crash occurred. No details have been given by police as to whether drugs or alcohol played a factor in the wreck, or whether speed was a factor. Police have not yet released any information as to whether either party was at fault for the wreck.

 

Source: KXAN Austin
Source: KXAN Austin

 

Source: http://kxan.com/2016/10/27/victim-in-deadly-crash-with-garbage-truck-identified/