Two Siblings Struck by SUV in Leroy Township; 12-Year-Old Dies
In Leroy Township, Michigan, a 12-year-old boy died and his 13-year-old sister was critically injured after an SUV struck them while they were riding their bicycles on the shoulder of the road.
Kansas City, MO, September 6, 2026 — A tragic incident in Leroy Township, Michigan, has resulted in the death of a 12-year-old boy and critical injuries to his 13-year-old sister. The siblings were struck by an SUV while riding their bicycles on the shoulder of the road.
The accident occurred in Leroy Township. According to initial reports, the two young cyclists were riding on the shoulder of the road when they were hit by an SUV. The collision led to the immediate death of the 12-year-old boy. His older sister, aged 13, sustained critical injuries and was transported for medical treatment.
Details regarding the specific time and date of the incident were not immediately available. The cause of the collision has not been released, and information about the driver of the SUV, including their identity and any potential charges or citations, was not provided.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the accident. Further information regarding the investigation’s progress and findings is expected as it becomes available. The names of the victims have not been released by officials at this time.
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