Houston, TX - Justin Ortiz Killed in Motorcycle Crash on I-10

Houston, TX (June 30, 2020) – At approximately 6:35 p.m., on June 27, the Texas Department of Public Safety responded to the scene of a motor vehicle accident on Interstate 10.

Reports from DPS show that two motorcycles were traveling south on Lockwood Drive when one of the riders was struck by a BMW sedan near the intersection with Interstate 10. One of the motorcyclists, 23-year-old Justin Ortiz, was then struck by a black Chevrolet Tahoe. The first motorcyclist sustained undisclosed injuries in the accident and was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Ortiz was fatally injured and pronounced deceased at the scene. At this time, the incident remains under investigation.

Our thoughts are with the injured victim at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

We would like to offer our condolences to the family of Justin Ortiz at this time.

Fatal Motorcycle Accidents in Texas

Every year, more than 3,600 people end up losing their lives in motor vehicle accidents across Texas. Roughly 14% of victims are traveling on motorcycles at the time of their crash. When victims lose their lives in these devastating accidents, due to the reckless actions of others, it is imperative that their families reach out to a wrongful death attorney in Texas to see what legal options are available.

Rasansky Law Firm's motorcycle accident attorneys in Texas have over two and a half decades of experience helping families protect their legal rights after losing loved ones in tragic accidents. Our team works diligently to ensure families are in the best position imaginable to move forward after losing loved ones. Contact our personal injury attorneys in Texas at (214) 617-1816 to schedule a free case evaluation to determine what legal options are available for you.

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