STERLING HEIGHTS, Mich. – A motorcyclist was thrown from their bike and killed in Sterling Heights following a multi-vehicle traffic crash.
The incident occurred on Monday (May 4) on 18 Mile Road east of Mound Road.
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Police said a 35-year-old man from Sterling Heights was riding a yellow Suzuki motorcycle eastbound on 18 Mile Road when a black Dodge Durango exited a private drive on the south side of the road and collided with the motorcycle.
Officials said the impact threw the motorcyclist from the bike.
Police said the motorcycle was then pushed into the westbound lanes, where it was struck by a silver Dodge Nitro traveling in the opposite direction.
The motorcyclist was taken to a Metro Detroit hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Police said the crash remains under investigation as officers work to determine the circumstances and fault.
Officials said alcohol did not appear to be a factor at this time.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact the Sterling Heights Police Department.