LUBBOCK, TX – The Lubbock Police Department has identified the motorcyclist killed in a tragic crash Thursday evening in North Lubbock as 37-year-old Richard Cisneros. The fatal collision occurred near the intersection of 4th Street and Slide Road, prompting a swift emergency response and leaving a community in mourning.
Police say they were called to the scene shortly after 8 p.m. following reports of a serious crash involving a motorcycle and an SUV. Upon arrival, officers found Cisneros suffering from critical injuries. Emergency medical personnel transported him to University Medical Center, where he was later pronounced deceased.
According to the initial investigation by LPD’s Major Crash Unit, Cisneros had been traveling southbound on Slide Road when his motorcycle collided with an SUV that was pulling out of a parking lot and attempting to turn northbound onto Slide. The SUV was driven by 38-year-old Amanda Salazar.
Authorities have not made any arrests in connection with the crash as of the latest report. Investigators say the case remains open and active while they continue to gather evidence and determine the sequence of events that led to the collision.
The loss of Richard Cisneros has cast a shadow over the Lubbock community. Friends and family have described him as a kind-hearted individual with a passion for life, motorcycles, and the people he loved. His death is not only a personal tragedy for those closest to him but a reminder of the continued importance of road safety and awareness for all motorists.
As the investigation continues, the Lubbock Police Department is urging any potential witnesses to come forward with information that could aid in understanding the full circumstances of the crash.
In the meantime, loved ones are left grappling with the sudden and heartbreaking loss. Tributes have begun to surface across social media, with friends remembering Richard as someone who brought joy, loyalty, and energy into every room he entered.
Lubbock Police say they will release additional updates as more details become available. The community is encouraged to keep the Cisneros family in their thoughts during this difficult time.
Anyone with information about the crash is asked to contact the Lubbock Police Department’s Major Crash Investigation Unit.