Motorcyclist Killed In Crash On I-75 In Detroit: Police

DETROIT — A 41-year-old man was killed in a motorcycle crash Tuesday night on Interstate 75 in Detroit, according to Michigan State Police.

The crash happened at 10:30 p.m. Tuesday on northbound Interstate 75 near Dearborn Street in Detroit, police said.

Police said the Detroit man was riding a motorcycle on the freeway when he was struck by a semi truck. The motorcyclist was then hit by several different cars, while the semi truck left the scene, police said.

Troopers found the man dead on the roadway, police said.

While investigating the crash, police said a semi-truck driver called dispatch and told them that he had hit something on the road. He then said that he left the area and drove to Warren because he was nervous, police said.

Police are now interviewing the 50-year-old semi driver from Warren. Their report will be turned over to the prosecutor's office for review.

"If you are involved in a traffic crash, stay on the scene," said Michigan State Police First Lt. Mike Shaw. "Not only is it your legal responsibility, it is the right thing to do. Many drivers who are not at fault in a crash find themselves in trouble by driving away."