Motorcyclist dies after crash on Detroit's east side

A motorcyclist died after being struck by an SUV late Saturday night on Detroit’s east side.

What we know:

The crash, involving a Dodge Durango and a motorcycle, happened about 11:30 p.m. on Van Dyke Avenue at Robinwood Street, near East Seven Mile Road.

The rider was taken to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead, police said.

According to police, the driver of the Durango was taken into custody for operating while under the influence.

The Source: Information for this story came from the Detroit Police Department.

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