One Injured in Houston Motorcycle Crash on West Sam Houston Parkway; Raul Zabala-Munoz Arrested

Houston, Texas (July 1, 2021) – According to the deputies, a motorcyclist was injured on June 15 in a hit-and-run crash in northwest Houston.

The accident happened in the 1400 block of the West Sam Houston Parkway.

Deputies said Raul Alonso Zabala-Munoz, 36, was driving when he struck a motorcyclist and then fled the scene.

The motorcyclist was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

Zabala-Munoz was later arrested and is facing felony charges of failing to stop and render aid.

No other details were provided.

The authorities are investigating the crash.

Most motorcycle crashes are caused by negligent drivers who don’t keep a proper lookout or fail to yield the right-of-way. Because motorcyclists are vulnerable, their injuries are usually severe, often suffering from road rash, broken bones, brain injuries, amputations, or spinal cord injuries. 

If you have been injured in a motorcycle accident, you should consult our attorneys, at Joel A. Gordon & Associates, who have a history of success in personal injury claims. To speak with an attorney, please  Click to call: 281-943-5555.