Ector County, TX (October 11, 2024) – A tragic motorcycle accident occurred in front of the ECUD warehouse on Wednesday, October 9, at approximately 3 p.m. The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) has released further details regarding the incident.
According to the DPS report, a 2007 Harley Davidson motorcycle was traveling south on Moss Avenue when a 2008 Land Rover LR2 attempted to turn north onto Moss Avenue from a private drive. The driver of the Land Rover failed to yield the right of way, resulting in a collision with the motorcycle.
The impact ejected 39-year-old Robert Montes of Odessa from the motorcycle, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Land Rover was transported to Medical Center Hospital for medical attention. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding this tragic accident is ongoing.
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Robert Montes during this difficult time.
Motorcycle Accidents in Texas
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