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ORV Overturns, Claiming Life at Holly Oaks Park
26 Jul
Summary
- An 80-year-old man died after his off-road vehicle overturned.
- The crash occurred while descending a hill at Holly Oaks ORV Park.
- Investigators do not suspect alcohol or drugs were involved in the incident.
A fatal off-road vehicle crash occurred on Saturday, July 25, at Holly Oaks ORV Park in Holly, Michigan. The victim, an 80-year-old man from Shelby Township, was operating a 2022 Can-Am Outlander on the park's trail system.
While descending a hill, the man reportedly lost control, causing the vehicle to overturn. He was ejected from the ORV and sustained fatal injuries. The incident took place between 11:45 a.m. and 2:16 p.m.
The man was pronounced dead at the scene, where he was found in a crevice on the hillside. Investigators noted that he was wearing a helmet and do not believe alcohol or drugs were contributing factors to the crash.
The exact time between the crash and its discovery by another park patron remains unknown. The Oakland County Sheriff's Office is continuing its investigation into the incident.
