A devastating early morning motorcycle crash on U.S. Highway 75 (North Central Expressway) resulted in the death of a young female motorcyclist following an alleged drunk driving incident involving former NFL player Kelvin Joseph Jr. The fatal collision occurred on a Saturday morning at approximately 4:51 a.m. in the 2400 block of the northbound lanes of U.S. 75 in Richardson, Texas. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find the motorcycle crash site without any immediate presence of other vehicles or individuals. The victim, identified as 27-year-old Cody Morris from Plano, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene of the accident.

The incident unfolded on a critical stretch of North Central Expressway, a major thoroughfare connecting several Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex communities. This section of U.S. 75 is a high-traffic corridor known for its complex traffic patterns and multiple exit points serving Richardson, Plano, and surrounding areas. The expressway features multiple lanes and serves as a primary transportation route for commuters, with numerous entry and exit points that can create challenging driving conditions, especially during early morning hours. The specific location of the crash – the 2400 block – is situated in an area with multiple commercial and residential developments, highlighting the potential risks of high-speed roadways in urban corridors.

The legal implications of this tragic incident are significant and complex. Under Texas state law, driving while intoxicated (DWI) that results in a fatality can lead to serious criminal charges, potentially including vehicular manslaughter. The driver, Kelvin Joseph Jr., was arrested and charged with Driving While Intoxicated and Collision Involving Personal Injury or Death. Victims' families in such cases may be entitled to pursue various forms of compensation, including damages for wrongful death, which typically cover medical expenses, funeral costs, lost future earnings, and emotional distress. Texas law provides a statute of limitations for filing such claims, generally two years from the date of the incident for personal injury and wrongful death cases.

Related Resources

• Richardson Police Department: (972) 744-4800
• Plano Police Department: (972) 941-7299
• Dallas County Victim Support Services: (214) 653-3600
• Texas Department of Transportation Traffic Safety: TxDOT Traffic Safety
• Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Texas: MADD Texas