Ann Arbor, MI – A 20-year-old Michigan man was killed early Sunday after his motorcycle collided with a deer near Ann Arbor, serving as a reminder of the dangers drivers face on state roads as daylight hours shorten.
According to the Ann Arbor Police Department, the crash happened around 12:50 a.m. on Sunday, September 21, along Jackson Avenue near Worden Avenue. The motorcyclist, identified only as a local 20-year-old man, was traveling eastbound when he struck a deer.
Emergency responders from Ann Arbor Fire Department and Huron Valley Ambulance arrived quickly. Police said the rider was taken to the University of Michigan Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.
Authorities note this tragedy highlights the increased risk of vehicle-deer collisions in Michigan, especially during fall when deer are more active and drivers face reduced visibility at night. According to state officials, thousands of deer-related crashes occur in Michigan each year, many leading to serious injuries or fatalities.
While police continue their investigation, drivers across the state are urged to exercise caution, particularly in wooded areas and during dawn and dusk hours when deer are most likely to cross.
“This serves as a warning to all motorists,” police stated. “Please slow down and stay alert.”
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