A motorcycle accident on the afternoon of May 3rd resulted in the closure of all northbound lanes on Gateway North, just beyond the McCombs intersection, as reported by KFOX-TV. The incident, which involved a sole motorcyclist losing control of the vehicle, drew first responders to the northeast El Paso scene, a situation captured by Texas Department of Transportation cameras that showed emergency vehicles and a helicopter landing near the crash site.
According to KTSM, the call came in at about 4:30 p.m., and the El Paso Fire Department's spokesperson said one person was airlifted to a local hospital by "FireStar," the department's helicopter. The identity and severity of the injuries suffered by the victim, flying on the helicopter's back, have not been disclosed.
Subsequently, lanes were closed, resulting in traffic disruptions, as El Paso Police took over the scene for investigation and controlling the flow of vehicles, as detailed by KVIA. The engagement of the El Paso Fire Department and the Texas Department of Transportation in the emergency response underscores the seriousness of the incident, which has yet to reveal its cause.
The El Paso Police, now handling traffic control, also continues their investigation into what caused the motorcyclist to lose control. Meanwhile, driving without their usual flow, drivers were advised to avoid the area and seek alternative routes, as echoed by several local media outlets. The duration of the lane closures and the exact circumstances leading to the accident are yet to be made public, awaiting further details from the ongoing police investigation.
