Richardson, TX (June 8, 2025) – A fatal collision early Saturday morning claimed the life of a motorcyclist and led to the arrest of former Dallas Cowboys defensive back Kelvin Joseph Jr. for driving while intoxicated.

According to reports, Richardson police responded just before 5 a.m. June 7 to the scene on U.S. Highway 75. The crash involved a BMW sedan and a motorcycle. The motorcyclist, identified as 27-year-old Cody Morris, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene.

Authorities stated there were no other vehicles or people located at the crash site. Later, Joseph reportedly called the Plano Police Department around 5:39 a.m., informing them of his involvement in the incident. When Richardson police made contact, officers observed signs of intoxication.

Joseph was arrested and charged with DWI and collision involving personal injury or death. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash remains ongoing.

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PLEASE TAKE NOTICE

The information in this article is based on initial reports from local authorities and may be subject to updates as investigations continue.

• The identities of those involved in the incident have not been released pending official confirmation and notification of next of kin.
• Further details about the accident, including toxicology results and potential charges, will be shared as they become available.
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