Kyle Police Department arrest woman in fatal hit and run

KYLE, TEXAS – The Kyle Police Department arrested Elizabeth Jenell Mitchell, 35, of Kyle, in a fatal hit and run accident involving a bicyclist that occurred at about 10:05 p.m. Sunday, March 13 on the southbound Interstate 35 Access Road near Martinez Loop.

Upon arrival to the scene, officers began first aid efforts on the injured bicyclist. EMS transported the victim, identified as Bret Steinmann, 26, of Giddings, Texas, to the Ascension Seton Hays Emergency Room where he later succumbed to his injuries. Hays County Justice of the Peace Precinct 2 Beth Smith pronounced his death and ordered an autopsy.

Witnesses were able to provide information about the suspect’s vehicle with one witness following the vehicle until it stopped. Eventually, the suspect, identified as Elizabeth Jenell Mitchell, 35, of Kyle, returned to the scene on foot and admitted to the accident and fleeing the scene.

Officers were able to locate the actor vehicle in the 400 block of Coleto Creek and found the vehicle had extensive heavy impact damage to the front end, hood, windshield, and roof. The vehicle was seized, and it is currently being held for processing.

“I extend my condolences to the victim’s family, and hope the quick conclusion of this case can bring them a sense of closure,” said Kyle Police Chief Jeff Barnett.

Mitchell was placed under arrest for Accident Involving Death, a second degree felony, as well as an unrelated Criminal Mischief warrant from Hays County. She is currently being held at the Hays County Jail.

This investigation is ongoing.