Rochester NY Police Conduct DUI Investigation After Dirtbike and SUV Collide

Rochester, NY –
A high-speed crash involving an unregistered dirtbike on North Clinton Avenue left one man in critical condition, prompting a large and rapid response from Rochester Police and emergency personnel.

The incident occurred at the intersection of North Clinton Avenue and Avenue D, an area frequently patrolled due to ongoing public safety concerns. According to police reports and multiple news outlets, the rider—who was not wearing a helmet—lost control of the bike while traveling at a high rate of speed and collided with another vehicle. He was transported to Strong Memorial Hospital with life-threatening injuries.

Responding officers secured the scene quickly, provided medical assistance until paramedics arrived, and launched an immediate investigation. Officers performed Field Sobriety Tests to ensure the driver of the colliding vehicle was not under the influence. During the course of their investigation, police recovered an illegal handgun allegedly associated with the dirtbiker.

Authorities have not released the rider’s identity, and the investigation is ongoing. Police Central has not received any information about the status of the rider or whether any criminal charges are being brought against either of the involved parties.

Law enforcement’s quick action in managing the scene helped preserve public safety and ensured that critical medical care reached the victim without delay. The Rochester Police Department has reiterated the dangers of operating unregistered vehicles and the importance of wearing proper safety gear.

Rumours have spread on social media that police officers were actively chasing the dirtbiker before the collision. Those rumours are not backed by any official news or government agency release.

Source news articles:
https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/news/2025/02/25/man-seriously-injured-in-high-speed-mini-bike-crash-in-rochester-ny/80200155007/

https://www.yahoo.com/news/man-seriously-injured-high-speed-112751919.html

https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/local-news/large-police-presence-on-north-clinton-near-avenue-d/

https://13wham.com/news/local/dirt-bike-rider-seriously-hurt-in-crash-at-rochester-intersection-north-clinton-avenue-avenue-d-strong-memorial-hospital-helmet-illegal-handgun-speeding

https://www.whec.com/top-news/man-in-critical-condition-after-dirt-bike-crash-on-citys-northeast-side/