Man Killed After Stolen Dirt Bike Crashes Into Work Truck in DeKalb County

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A man is dead following a dirt bike crash that ended in a collision with a work truck Thursday morning, according to DeKalb County Police Department officials.

Authorities said officers responded around 10:45 a.m. to the area of Glenwood Road and Janet Lane after receiving reports of a crash involving a dirt bike.

Police identified the rider as Demario Cotton. Investigators said Cotton was riding a stolen dirt bike on the sidewalk and performing a wheelie when he lost control.

According to authorities, after the front wheel returned to the ground, Cotton lost control of the bike, causing it to veer into traffic.

Officials said the dirt bike entered the roadway and was struck by a work truck traveling in the area.

Cotton was pronounced dead at the scene due to his injuries.

The investigation remains ongoing.