Monroe, MI – A Monroe man was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash on Laplaisance Road at Lighthouse Road in LaSalle Township. The crash occurred on Saturday at 9:12 p.m.
According to Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough, James R. Miller, age 51, was riding a red 2008 Yamaha motorcycle westbound on Laplaisance Road when, for unknown reasons, his vehicle veered north off the roadway and struck a guardrail. The impact ejected Miller from his motorcycle, causing him to land on a nearby embankment.
Sheriff Goodnough noted that Miller was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, and alcohol is suspected to be a factor. Miller sustained serious injuries and was transported to ProMedica Toledo Hospital via ProMedica Life Flight helicopter, where he is listed in serious condition.
Members of the LaSalle Township Fire Department, Monroe Township Fire Department, and Monroe Community Ambulance assisted on the scene. The incident is under investigation by Deputies Alec Preadmore and Steven Warren of the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Traffic Services Division.
Authorities are seeking information from the public regarding the incident. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at 734-240-7541 or 734-240-7763.
