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Davison Township, MI (August 14, 2026) – A 14-year-old boy was critically injured on Thursday, August 13, after he was struck while riding an electric bicycle on East Atherton Road in Davison Township.
The crash happened at approximately 4:28 a.m. in the 7000 block of East Atherton Road. According to the Davison Township Police Department, a 31-year-old Burton man was driving eastbound when his vehicle struck the teenager, who was also traveling eastbound on an electric bicycle.
The teenager was transported to an area hospital and remains in critical condition. Police said alcohol and speed are not considered factors in the crash.
The Davison Area Reconstruction Team is investigating the crash. East Atherton Road was reopened at approximately 7:15 a.m. Davison Township Police were assisted by Davison City Police, Richfield Township Police, the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department, and the Davison-Richfield Fire Department.
Our thoughts are with the injured teenager and his family during this difficult time. We wish him strength and a full recovery.
What Should Drivers Know About Electric Bicycle Safety?
Electric bicycles can travel faster than traditional bicycles, while riders remain exposed to surrounding traffic. Drivers should give bicyclists adequate space when passing and carefully check for them before turning or changing lanes. Staying alert is especially important on roads where bicycles and motor vehicles share the same travel area.
Bicyclists should follow traffic signals and ride in a predictable manner whenever possible. Wearing a properly fitted helmet can reduce the risk of serious head injuries in a crash, although helmets cannot prevent every type of injury. Riders should also use lights and reflective equipment when traveling during early morning or nighttime hours.
Visibility is particularly important when traveling before sunrise or in other low-light conditions. Drivers should use headlights and watch carefully for smaller road users who may be harder to see at a distance. Reducing distractions and allowing additional time to recognize and respond to bicycles can help improve safety for everyone using the roadway.
