KYLE, Texas — A motorcycle crash on Interstate 35 resulted in one fatality on the evening of October 20, 2023, prompting a police investigation.
Authorities reported that the incident occurred around 8:15 p.m. in the southbound lanes of I-35 near Mile Marker 215, involving a motorcycle and a sedan. Emergency responders found the motorcyclist deceased at the scene; the identity has not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
Police arrested the sedan driver, identified as a 25-year-old male, who allegedly was racing at the time of the crash. He sustained non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a local hospital for evaluation. The driver is facing charges related to the incident.
According to the KYLE POLICE DEPARTMENT, southbound lanes of I-35 were closed for several hours while investigators collected evidence and cleared the roadway. Traffic was diverted as towing crews removed the vehicles involved.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities ask anyone with further information regarding the incident to contact the KYLE POLICE DEPARTMENT.
This incident highlights continuing concerns about reckless driving on local highways. Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.