Caledonia Township, MI – Fatal Motorcycle Crash at 68th St and Patterson Ave

Caledonia Township, MI (October 12, 2024) – A tragic accident occurred on Thursday evening involving a motorcycle and a car, resulting in the death of a 66-year-old man from Middleville. At approximately 5 p.m., the Kent County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO), along with the Caledonia Fire Department and Life EMS, responded to the scene of the crash at the intersection of 68th Street and Patterson Avenue.

Despite life-saving measures being attempted, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Preliminary investigations revealed that a 68-year-old woman from Hudsonville was driving a silver Chevrolet Impala westbound on 68th Street. As she turned south onto Patterson Avenue, she collided head-on with the eastbound Harley Davidson motorcycle that the Middleville man was operating.

The woman sustained minor injuries in the crash. The KCSO Traffic Safety Unit is currently investigating the incident to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic event.

Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family and friends affected by this devastating loss.

Motorcycle Accidents in Michigan

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