ARMADA TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WXYZ) — A 16-year-old boy was killed when he was struck by a vehicle while riding a bike in Armada Township early Friday morning.
Michigan State Police say the teen was struck on Armada Ridge Road near True Road around 5:35 a.m.
Fatal Traffic Crash
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At about 5:35 AM, Metro North Post troopers responded to a traffic crash on Armada Ridge Rd. near True Rd. in Armada Twp. for a report of a traffic crash involving an SUV and bicyclist.
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Police say a 66-year-old Memphis man, who was reportedly driving a 2018 Jeep Compass, was passing another vehicle when he struck the teen.
The boy was transported to a nearby hospital, where he died from his injuries, police say.
The incident remains under investigation.
Armada Area Schools posted a letter to their website saying the victim’s school has implemented a crisis response plan to help students and staff impacted by the tragedy.
