Waterford motorcycle crash claims life amid drunk driving concerns
- Lucas Keith Horsch, a 21-year-old from Waterford Township, crashed his motorcycle in Commerce Township while intoxicated.
- He had a blood alcohol level of 0.12% and did not have a motorcycle endorsement, indicating a lack of experience.
- The incident underscores the risks associated with drunk driving and the importance of proper licensing for motorcycle operators.
In the early hours of Saturday, a tragic motorcycle accident occurred in Commerce Township, Michigan, resulting in the death of a 21-year-old man named Lucas Keith Horsch. He was riding his motorcycle eastbound on Cooley Lake Road when he lost control, crossed the centerline, and slid off the road. Despite wearing a helmet, Horsch suffered severe injuries and was transported to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries. An autopsy revealed that his blood alcohol concentration was 0.12%, significantly above the legal limit of 0.08% in Michigan. Additionally, it was noted that Horsch did not possess a motorcycle endorsement, indicating a lack of proper licensing for operating such a vehicle. Investigators believe that his inexperience in riding motorcycles may have contributed to the fatal crash. This incident highlights the dangers of impaired and inexperienced driving, particularly on motorcycles, which require a higher level of skill and awareness compared to other vehicles.