Motorcyclist, 58, Killed in Detroit Crash After Unauthorized U-Turn, Police Say
Investigators await medical examiner findings, toxicology results, and vehicle inspections before determining contributing factors.
Overview
- The collision occurred around 1:30–1:40 a.m. Sunday near the Davison Freeway and Woodrow Wilson Street, according to Michigan State Police.
- State police say the motorcyclist crossed eastbound Davison to make an unauthorized U-turn and was struck by an eastbound SUV.
- The rider was a 58-year-old man from Redford Township, and the SUV was driven by a 32-year-old Detroit woman.
- The motorcyclist was pronounced dead at the scene, authorities said.
- Police say drug impairment may have played a role in the crash, with the investigation ongoing and no charges reported to date.