The accident happened around 5:13 p.m. on April 10 in the 2100 block of Kermit Highway.
Odessa, TX – A man has been arrested in connection with a hit-and-run accident that left a motorcyclist injured on Friday in NW Odessa, according to the police.
The accident happened around 5:13 p.m. on April 10 in the 2100 block of Kermit Highway.
Police said a Chevrolet Traverse struck a motorcycle on the highway. The rider was ejected and was taken to Medical Center Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
The Traverse driver, Richard Ramirez, 29, fled the scene after the accident. The vehicle was later located, and Ramirez was arrested. He admitted to causing the accident and fleeing the scene.
Officers said Ramirez took off the rim covers of the Traverse to change its appearance. He was charged with failure to stop and render aid, aggravated assault causing serious bodily injury, tampering with physical evidence, and for a felony parole violation warrant.
The police are investigating the accident.
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