HURON TOWNSHIP, Mich. – Police are continuing to investigate after a 13-year-old boy on an e-bike was struck and killed by a 17-year-old driver in Huron Township Thursday evening.
First responders were dispatched to the 18000 block of Huron River Drive, just north of downtown, around 10:52 p.m. after receiving reports about the crash.
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Despite lifesaving efforts, the 13-year-old boy — a Huron Township resident — died from his injuries at the scene. Police say the teen driver, who is also from Huron Township, remained at the scene and cooperated with law enforcement.
At this point, police say alcohol or any other impairment does not appear to be a factor in the crash.
“The young man we lost last night will never be forgotten. He was well liked by the students he went to school with. Our prayers go out to his family,” said Huron Township Director of Public Safety Everette Robbins in response to the tragic accident. “At this time, we are not releasing his name. We will give the family time to grieve and should they wish, we will be honored to tell everyone more about him when the time is right. We also pray for the young driver whose life changed last night. This was a tragedy for so many.”