A 67-year-old motorcyclist was killed Saturday night in East El Paso after his bike collided with an SUV, according to police. He was taken to a nearby hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
How the Crash Unfolded
According to KVIA, the El Paso Police Department’s Special Traffic Investigations unit reported that the collision happened in the 11800 block of Pellicano Drive. Investigators say the rider, identified as William Page, failed to yield the right of way while turning into an SUV. Emergency crews rushed Page to a local hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
How This Fits in the City's Totals
In a recent City of El Paso news release, police reported the city’s 11th traffic fatality of the year on March 14. At that point, El Paso had recorded 11 traffic deaths compared with 16 during the same period in 2025. That earlier case involved a three-vehicle collision on I-10 West that was later confirmed to be fatal, the release noted.
City Toll Following the Pellicano Crash
Per KVIA, El Paso Police say the Pellicano Drive collision raises the city’s traffic fatality count to 12 so far this year, compared with 16 at this time last year. The Special Traffic Investigations unit remains on the case as officers work to piece together exactly what happened.
Why Motorcyclists Are at Greater Risk
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s overview of 2023 crashes highlights how exposed riders are on the road. Motorcyclist deaths account for a significant share of overall traffic fatalities, and riders face far higher fatality rates per mile traveled than people in passenger vehicles, according to NHTSA. That national backdrop is one reason local officials and safety advocates keep stressing visibility, speed awareness, and careful yielding at intersections.
Investigation and Next Steps
The El Paso Police Department’s Special Traffic Investigations unit is leading the probe and is asking anyone who may have seen the crash or has information to come forward. For non-emergencies, the City of El Paso Police Department lists (915) 832-4400 as its contact number.
