SUV driver charged with intoxication manslaughter after collision in Southeast Austin
December 28, 2025 | Austin, TX
A fatal collision in Southeast Austin claimed one life and led to an arrest on intoxication manslaughter charges, according to local authorities.
Angelicque Bramlett, 27, was arrested on an intoxication manslaughter charge after a fatal multi-vehicle crash on South U.S. Highway 183 in Southeast Austin.
What Happened in the Crash?
The incident unfolded around 9:30 a.m. in the northbound lanes of the 3100 block of South U.S. Highway 183. An SUV driven by 27-year-old Angelicque Bramlett collided with a hatchback and a sedan. The hatchback's driver, an unidentified woman, was declared deceased at the scene. No additional injuries were reported.
- Date and Time: Dec. 28, 2025, approximately 9:30 a.m.
- Location: 3100 block of South U.S. Highway 183, northbound lanes, Southeast Austin, TX
- Vehicles Involved: SUV, hatchback, sedan
- Victims: One female fatality, hatchback driver, no other injuries
- Suspect: Angelicque Bramlett, 27, arrested and booked in Travis County on second-degree felony intoxication manslaughter
This marks Austin's 94th fatal crash of the year, raising the city's traffic death toll to 98.
Why Do These Accidents Happen?
Impaired driving remains a leading cause of such tragedies. Even when drivers believe they are not intoxicated, substances like alcohol or drugs can severely impair judgment and coordination, dramatically increasing crash risks.
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), an average of 10,850 people lost their lives annually in drunk driving incidents from 2012 to 2021.
Year Range |
Annual Average Fatalities (Drunk Driving) |
Source |
|---|
2012-2021 |
10,850 |
NHTSA |
2023 |
13,500 (projected) |
CDC |
The exact factors in this wreck, including the SUV driver's blood-alcohol level, await further investigation.
Legal Insights
National legal analysts provide perspective on incidents involving impaired driving.
“Drunken and drugged drivers face criminal charges after accidents that harm or kill others,” said Candice Bond, managing partner at Bond Legal. “Beyond criminal proceedings, victims' families may seek compensation via civil lawsuits against the at-fault party.”
Key takeaways from such cases:
- Independent investigations often reveal additional elements, like toxicology results.
- Attorneys can assist families in navigating legal options compassionately.
- Civil claims may cover medical costs, funeral expenses, lost companionship, and emotional distress.
“A wrongful death occurs when negligence or wrongdoing leads to a fatality,” noted Stefano Formica, of counsel with Bond Legal. “In vehicle crashes from impaired, distracted, or reckless driving, relatives typically pursue civil remedies against the responsible driver.”
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