Driver reportedly fell asleep while driving on Highway 290, Austin TX
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As discussed during the dispatch call, police received a report of a white Hyundai hatchback driving recklessly eastbound near East Highway 290 in Austin. The driver allegedly fell asleep at traffic lights before continuing on, and the vehicle was later lost from view.
Audio|Heard on: Travis TX Law Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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All units, special attention to bigger 40 and manor units.
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We're getting a report of reckless driving near East 290 eastbound.
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The white Hyundai hatchback license plate (number withheld).
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The driver fell asleep twice at stoplights and continued eastbound on the roadway.
00:22
They no longer see the vehicle.
00:24
The complainant went on the service road and the subject's vehicle continued on.
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There is no other information.
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Location mentioned:
E Hwy 290, Austin, TX
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