A 24-year-old Detroit man was pronounced dead following a dirt bike accident that occurred near the border of Dearborn and Detroit. The crash took place at around 2:58 p.m. yesterday in the area of Tireman Avenue and Anthony Street, according to CBS News Detroit. Responders found the victim unresponsive and suffering from a head injury. Authorities noted that he was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
Despite immediate medical attention provided by a private ambulance service that was on the scene, the man's injuries proved fatal after being transported to a Metro Detroit hospital. An initial assessment of the incident suggests excessive speed may have been a contributing factor, as stated in a report by ClickOnDetroit. Police are continuing their investigation into the exact circumstances surrounding the unfortunate event.
Dearborn Police Chief Issa Shahin expressed his condolences and acknowledged the work of emergency responders. “Our hearts go out to the rider’s family in this tragic incident," Shahin said, per The Detroit News.
Local authorities are reaching out to the public for any additional information regarding the incident, especially from individuals who may have witnessed the crash. Dearborn police encourage anyone with information to contact them at 313-943-2241.
