Michael Isom, 40, killed in motorcycle crash on Stanley Road in Columbiaville, Michigan
Deadly motorcycle crash in Lapeer Co. under investigation
According to deputies, Isom traveled in the ditch for approximately 200 feet before trying to maneuver the motorcycle toward the roadway, where it then went down on its left side and overturned multiple times before coming to rest.
Deputies investigate Lapeer motorcycle crash
Isom had not been wearing a helmet at the time of the accident, and alcohol may have contributed, but investigators have not officially concluded anything. Stanley Road was closed for 2 hours following the accident.
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