Rider Critically Injured in Lubbock Motorcycle Accident at 59th and Slide

Lubbock, Texas (July 21, 2019) – A rider was critically injured in a motorcycle accident Friday night in Lubbock, according to the police.

The crash occurred around 9:45 p.m. July 19, in the area of 59th & Slide near the Mall.

Police said a motorcycle was hit by a black Chevy truck for unknown reasons.

The driver of the Chevy fled the scene but later returned.

The motorcyclist was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

An investigation is ongoing.