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Dearborn Teen Critically Injured in Ford Road Collision; Driver Faces Felony Charge
Dearborn, MI – A 15 year old student remains in critical condition after a Dec. 20 traffic accident on Ford Road. The driver, Mahdi Bitar, 19, of
By Country Herald Police Reports · 2025-01-10T17:26:44+00:00
Dearborn, MI – A 15 year old student remains in critical condition after a Dec. 20 traffic accident on Ford Road. The driver, Mahdi Bitar, 19, of Dearborn, is currently facing a felony charge of reckless driving causing serious impairment of a body function.
Authorities reported that the collision occurred on the afternoon of Dec. 20 when Bitar’s vehicle struck the student, who was crossing Ford Road. The victim was immediately transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment and continues to receive care for life threatening injuries.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash is ongoing. Bitar appeared in court for arraignment and remains under strict supervision as legal proceedings continue. Dearborn police are urging witnesses to the incident to come forward with any information that may assist in the investigation.