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Detroit Teen on Minibike Critically Injured in West Side Hit-and-Run

Police ask the public for tips to identify the fleeing driver.

Overview

  • The crash occurred just before 10 p.m. Saturday near West Seven Mile Road and Archdale Street on Detroit's west side.
  • Police say a 14-year-old riding a minibike was struck by a vehicle that did not stop, and he was hospitalized in critical condition.
  • Officers who were nearby on another investigation arrived within minutes as medical personnel provided aid at the scene.
  • Investigators have not released a suspect or vehicle description, and they noted there are cameras in the area.
  • Cmdr. Shelley Holderbaum urged tips to Detroit Police, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-SPEAK-UP, or DetroitRewards.tv, and warned that minibikes, ATVs, and dirt bikes are illegal and especially hazardous at night.