Teen Airlifted With Serious Head Injuries After Dirt Bike Crash at Michigan Avenue and South Juniper Street in Foley
A teenager riding a dirt bike suffered serious injuries, including head trauma, in a single-vehicle crash at Michigan Avenue and South Juniper Street in Foley on Friday, Oct. 23, and was airlifted to a trauma center.
FOLEY, Ala. — A teenager riding a dirt bike was seriously injured in a single-vehicle crash in Foley on Friday morning and was flown to a trauma center, authorities said.
The crash happened at about 9:27 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, near Michigan Avenue and South Juniper Street. The teen suffered serious injuries, including head trauma, after falling from the dirt bike.
Emergency response
Foley police officers and the Foley Fire Department responded to the scene. A Medstar ambulance and a medical helicopter were also dispatched.
A witness said the dirt bike’s rider was bleeding heavily from his head. The teen was airlifted to an area trauma center.
Authorities have not released the teen’s name or age, an update on his condition, or details about what caused the crash. No other vehicles were reported to be involved.
About the area
Michigan Avenue and South Juniper Street are city streets in Foley. The area includes homes, businesses and city streets that carry regular weekday traffic, including during the morning hours when the crash occurred.
Dirt bikes and the risk of head injuries
Dirt bikes are designed mainly for off-road riding, and riders have little protection in a fall. Head injuries are among the most serious risks, which is why safety experts strongly recommend that every rider wear a properly fitted helmet that meets federal safety standards, along with eye protection, gloves, boots and protective clothing.
Officials did not say whether the teen was wearing a helmet.
Many dirt bikes are not equipped or registered for use on public streets. In Alabama, motor vehicles operated on public roads, including motorcycles, must meet state requirements for registration, equipment and licensing, and Alabama law requires motorcycle riders on public roads to wear helmets.
Safety tips for families
- Always wear a helmet and protective gear, every ride.
- Ride only where it is legal and safe, such as designated off-road areas or private property with permission.
- Make sure the bike is the right size for the rider’s age, height and experience.
- Supervise young riders and consider rider safety training.
- Never ride on busy streets or in traffic on a bike not built and registered for road use.
Key facts
- When: About 9:27 a.m. Friday, Oct. 23, 2026
- Where: Michigan Avenue and South Juniper Street, Foley
- What: Single-vehicle dirt bike crash
- Injuries: Serious injuries, including head trauma
- Response: Foley Police, Foley Fire Department, Medstar and a medical helicopter
- Transported: Airlifted to an area trauma center
South Alabama News will update this story if authorities release more information.