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Vehicle Crash at Texas Hospital ER Kills Driver, Injures Five

Preliminary investigations indicate the crash was not intentional, with no public threat; one child critically injured.

  • A vehicle crashed into the emergency room at St. David's Austin Medical Center, killing the driver and injuring five others, including two children.
  • Preliminary investigations by the Austin Police Department suggest the crash was not intentional and there is no threat to the general public.
  • One child is in critical condition with life-threatening injuries, while another adult has serious, potentially life-threatening injuries.
  • Eight patients already undergoing treatment at the ER were moved to other facilities to alleviate strain on hospital operations.
  • The emergency department, despite damage, continued to accept walk-ins at a makeshift triage area.
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