Arlington Twp, MI (June 21, 2023) - On Monday, June 19, a driver was hurt after a high-speed pursuit ended in a fatal crash in Arlington Township.

The fatal accident was reported at the intersection of M-43 and 30th Avenue at around 11:30 p.m. A motorcycle was traveling at a high rate of speed on the highway while being chased by a Bangor Police Department patrol vehicle. The rider collided with a Ford pickup truck that was pulling out of a driveway. The pickup was then hit by the patrol car.

The Paw Paw man riding the motorcycle sustained fatal injuries. The 58-year-old driver of the truck and the police officer were also injured.

An ongoing investigation into the deadly accident is in progress.

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.

High-Speed Crashes in Michigan

When someone exceeds the posted speed limit, everyone on the road is put in danger. A total of 12,330 people lost their lives as a result of speeding on American highways in 2021 alone. These days, everyone has a busy schedule, and this leads many drivers to believe that exceeding the posted speed limit is acceptable. Speed limits are in place on Michigan's roads in order to safeguard the well-being of all motorists and lessen the chance of deadly collisions. You might be qualified to file a personal injury claim if the irresponsible driver was speeding at the time of the car crash.After being harmed in a car accident, it can be difficult to determine how seriously you were injured. Adrenaline is known to distort your perception immediately after a crash, making it challenging for you to fully understand what just happened. Get medical care as soon as you can if you are harmed in one of the many serious car accidents that occur every day in Michigan. If you wait, it may be harder to file a claim for compensation and make a full recovery. You must be prepared to fight for compensation and be aware of your alternatives for recovery if you were hurt in a serious car accident. Given that accident victims typically lack the knowledge and experience required to submit a personal injury claim, you could find it difficult to pursue compensation on your own. Your ability to cover your injuries and other damages will have an impact on the rest of your life. You need legal support on your side from the very beginning of your case if you want to be certain that you can pursue the full and fair worth of your claim.The lawyers at Christopher Trainor & Associates can help you get the full amount of compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and other damages if you were injured in a car accident. Recovery from a crash can be difficult, and many victims worry about how they will compensate for their losses and medical costs. Our lawyers will strive to see that the negligent driver is held accountable and that you get the money you need for a complete recovery. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 to schedule a consultation with an Arlington Township personal injury attorney to go over your legal options.Note:Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find information that is incorrect, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request. Disclaimer: This information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business.