Farmington (WWJ) -- We're learning more about a 15-year-old boy who died after he was hit by a pickup truck, Wednesday night in the City of Farmington.
At around 8 p.m., police said the teen was crossing Orchard Lake Rd. at Shiawassee St. when he was hit by the northbound truck. Despite life-saving efforts by first responders, the teen died of his injuries at a local hospital.
He has since been identified as Daniel Grechin-Pirogov, a student at North Farmington High School.
In a statement, the Farmington School District said Daniel cared deeply about his education and the opportunities ahead of him. He'd recently entered the Oakland Early College program, and was actively involved in the district's Student Round Table.
"Daniel was an exceptional young man who made a lasting impression on those who knew him. Bright, inquisitive, kind, funny, and full of life, he was also a natural leader who genuinely wanted to make his schools better," the district said. "Our hearts are with his family, friends, classmates, and all who had the privilege of knowing him."
Counselors will be available to students and staff.
As the investigation continues, police said the driver is cooperating with detectives who are working to determine the circumstances of the incident. The police department added, in a statement: "The department sends its deepest condolences for the family’s loss."
Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to call Special Operations Commander Patrick Spelman at 248-699-5150 or email pspelman@farmgov.com.
