Grand Rapids Township, MI (June 8, 2026) – A 38-year-old motorcyclist is hospitalized with life-threatening injuries after a serious crash at the intersection of Fulton Street E and Crahen Avenue NE late on Saturday night, June 6. The collision was reported at approximately 10:50 p.m.
According to state police, the motorcyclist was traveling westbound on Fulton Street at a high rate of speed when he entered the intersection on a green light, and a car turning onto Crahen Avenue moved into his path at the same moment. The motorcycle struck the back of the car, and the rider was ejected.
The motorcyclist landed in the eastbound lanes of Fulton Street, where a second vehicle then hit him and left without stopping: investigators believe it may have been a Tesla. A search for the car and its driver is ongoing.
State police said excessive speed was likely a contributing factor in the wreck. Whether alcohol was also involved is part of the ongoing inquiry. No further details about those involved in the accident had been made public at the time of this report. The case remains under active review, and new information is expected to be released as it becomes available.
We are keeping the injured motorcyclist in our thoughts as he receives care.
What Factors Are Typically Reviewed After a High-Speed Motorcycle Crash in Michigan?
Motorcycle crashes involving high speeds usually result in more severe outcomes than lower-speed collisions, largely because riders have far less physical protection than occupants of enclosed vehicles. When a rider is ejected, the risk of serious harm increases significantly, especially if the person lands in an active travel lane. These types of crashes tend to involve multiple points of contact, which complicates the review of how events unfolded.
When a second vehicle leaves the scene after being involved in a crash, investigators typically rely on witness accounts, traffic camera footage, and physical evidence left on the road. Vehicle debris, paint transfer, and tire marks can all help narrow down what type of vehicle was present. Identifying the driver of a fleeing vehicle is a standard part of the follow-up process in Michigan hit-and-run cases.
Speed and alcohol are two of the most commonly reviewed factors in serious motorcycle crashes. Both can affect reaction time, judgment, and the ability to safely manage an intersection.
