Motorcyclist Killed in Crash on Pacific Drive [Richardson, TX]

Police Investigate Fatal Crash on Pacific Drive in Richardson

RICHARDSON, TX (May 21, 2026)— A motorcyclist died after a crash on Pacific Drive involving a sedan on Wednesday afternoon in Richardson.

According to officials, officers responded shortly after 2 p.m. on May 20 to the 1100 block of Pacific Drive after receiving reports of a collision involving a vehicle and a motorcycle.

Investigators said a sedan was attempting to make a U-turn when the motorcycle struck it. After the initial impact, the motorcycle hit another vehicle that was parked nearby.

Emergency responders transported the motorcyclist to a hospital, where the rider later died from their injuries.

Authorities said the driver of the sedan was not injured.

The Dallas County Medical Examiner’s Office will release the motorcyclist’s identity after notification procedures are completed.

The Richardson Police Department’s Special Crash Investigation Team continues to investigate the cause of the fatal crash.

Sweet Lawyers extend our heartfelt condolences to the loved ones of the deceased. May the bereaved find solace and strength in this extremely trying time.

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