Bicyclist Cody Davis Severely Injured in Waller Street Hit-and-Run Crash [Austin, TX]

Austin, TX (March 16, 2023) – On Friday, Cody Davis, 37, who moved from Hawaii last year, sustained serious injuries following a Waller Street hit-and-run crash.

The traffic accident took place around 6 p.m. near East 4th Street.

Investigating officers said the victim was almost at work when he was struck by a car that fled the scene.

Davis managed to walk a couple of hundred feet to the Japanese barbecue restaurant where he works.

His manager said he seemed okay at first but Davis began sweating, slurring his words, and he struggled to walk. They rushed Davis to Dell Seton Medical Center, where doctors determined suffered from severe brain injury.

Travis Davis, the victim’s brother said the doctors did not think he was going to survive the surgery. 

Luckily, Davis survived, had part of his skull removed and managed 83 staples in his head.

The loved ones of Cody Davis created a GoFundMe account for him to help with the hospitalization.

Meanwhile, please to contact Austin Police Ii you saw this accident happen or have any details on the vehicle or the suspect driver.

Similarly, you can send a tip anonymously via Capital Area Crime Stoppers at austincrimestoppers.org or by calling 512-472-8477. There is a reward of up to $1,000 for any information leading to an arrest.

Making Texas Roadways Crash-Free

Traffic safety continues to be a life-and-death matter, yet reckless driving has not declined. As a matter of fact, the Texas Department of Transportation states that approximately every two hours, one person is killed in a vehicle accident.

Moreover, sharing the road is everyone’s task. It is important to keep an eye out for those who are on the road with you.

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Reach Out to Our Legal Team

Regardless of location, road accident rates increase despite the additional safety features on newer vehicle models.

Traffic mishaps like the Austin traffic accident are a major public health threat and a leading cause of death for people ages 5-64.

Therefore, we must be aware of what to do if we sustain injuries in a motor vehicle accident similar to this one.

Experiencing pain and difficulties because of other people’s negligence is a big no to us. That is why we encourage the family of Cody Davis to contact us and let our personal injury attorneys help you.

Sweet Lawyers’ personal injury attorneys will find the most favorable possible outcome for our clients. We will achieve the justice and compensation you and your family deserve.

Call us at (800) 674 7852.