Lubbock Police Identify Two Killed, One Injured in Overnight Crash on I-27
Lubbock, TX — The Lubbock community is mourning the loss of two young lives after a deadly overnight crash early Saturday claimed the lives of 28-year-old Ruiz Pardo and 31-year-old Alexandra Ordaz, and left another person seriously injured. The Lubbock Police Department confirmed the tragedy, which has left families heartbroken and shaken by the sudden loss.
According to authorities, officers were called to the scene around 1:15 a.m. in the 5200 block of North Interstate 27 after reports of a severe collision involving a single vehicle. Investigators say the car was traveling southbound at a high rate of speed when the driver lost control, causing the vehicle to veer off the roadway and roll several times before coming to rest.
Pardo and Ordaz, both passengers in the vehicle, suffered critical injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver, whose identity has not yet been released, was transported to University Medical Center with serious but non-life-threatening injuries.
The Lubbock Police Department’s Major Crash Unit is investigating the cause of the crash. While officials have not confirmed whether alcohol, impairment, or weather conditions played a role, they have stated that speed is being considered as a possible contributing factor.
Friends and loved ones of Pardo and Ordaz have been sharing tributes online, remembering them as vibrant, caring, and full of life. “Ruiz had such a big heart—he was always there for his friends,” one post read. “Alexandra was the kind of person who lit up a room with her smile and energy. They were both taken from us far too soon.”
Neighbors in the area say the stretch of road where the crash occurred has seen other high-speed accidents in recent years, prompting calls for better lighting, signage, and enforcement to prevent future tragedies.
The deaths of Pardo and Ordaz have left an irreplaceable void for their families, who are now facing the difficult task of planning funerals while coping with unimaginable grief. A joint memorial is being discussed to honor both victims, celebrating their lives and the love they brought to those around them.
As the investigation continues, police are urging drivers to slow down and remain vigilant, particularly during late-night and early-morning hours when visibility is low and fatigue can impair judgment.
For those who knew Ruiz Pardo and Alexandra Ordaz, Saturday’s crash is more than just a headline—it’s a devastating reminder of how quickly lives can change and the importance of cherishing every moment with the people we love.