Teen Bicyclist Struck by Vehicle in York County

13-year-old suffers serious injuries after collision with Tesla driven by 16-year-old

Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:04pm

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A 13-year-old boy was seriously injured on Saturday evening when he was struck by a Tesla while riding his bicycle through an intersection in Manchester Township, York County. The driver, a 16-year-old female, remained at the scene and cooperated with police.

Why it matters

Bicycle-vehicle collisions can have devastating consequences, especially for young cyclists. This incident highlights the importance of road safety education and awareness for both drivers and cyclists to prevent such accidents.

The details

According to police, the 13-year-old boy was riding his bicycle through the intersection of Persimmon Drive and Murifield Drive when he was struck by the southbound Tesla driven by a 16-year-old female. The impact threw the boy from his bicycle, and he was transported to York Hospital with serious injuries. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

  • The incident occurred around 5:20 p.m. on April 4, 2026.

The players

Northern York County Regional Police Department

The local law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

13-year-old bicyclist

The victim who suffered serious injuries in the collision.

16-year-old Tesla driver

The driver of the vehicle involved in the collision, who remained at the scene and cooperated with the investigation.

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What’s next

The police investigation into the incident is ongoing, and the condition of the 13-year-old bicyclist is being monitored at York Hospital.

The takeaway

This collision serves as a tragic reminder of the importance of road safety and awareness, especially in areas with high pedestrian and bicycle traffic. Both drivers and cyclists must remain vigilant and follow traffic laws to prevent such accidents from occurring.