Motorcyclist dies in crash

UPDATE (April 1, 2026) -- El Paso police identified the motorcyclist as 49-year-old Thomas Joseph Saddler Wednesday.

According to a press release, Saddler was attempting to avoid crashing into a truck attempting to turn onto Montana. Saddler "veered to the right" and hit the back of the truck. He was dislodged from this motorcycle and suffered serious injuries.

Saddler was sent to a hospital, but died to his injuries. The investigation continues.

EPPD said this marks the 13th traffic death of 2026 compared to 17 at this time last year.

EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) -- One man has died after a motorcycle crash in Central El Paso, according to El Paso Police.

Special Traffic Investigators are at the scene to determine the cause of the crash.

The crash occurred on Montana and Walnut about noon today.

This is a developing story and will be updated on-air and online as information becomes available.