FLINT, MI — Dr. Simranpal Singh Deol, a 33-year-old Family Medicine physician at McLaren Flint Hospital, lost his life in a fatal motorcycle accident on Tuesday afternoon near the hospital campus. The incident occurred around 12:15 p.m. on Sunset Drive at Brentwood Drive, just a block away from the hospital.
According to the Flint Police Department, Deol was riding his yellow motorcycle eastbound at a high speed when an Oldsmobile sedan made a left turn into his path. The collision threw Deol from his motorcycle, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the Oldsmobile, who has not been identified, was uninjured.
Authorities have stated that intoxication was not a factor in the crash. Sunset Drive was closed for several hours as investigators from the Flint Police Department and the Genesee County Sheriff’s Office analyzed the scene. Officials are urging anyone with additional information to contact the Flint Police Department or Crime Stoppers to assist with the ongoing investigation.
Dr. Deol was a respected physician in McLaren Flint’s family medicine residency program. His sudden death has sent shockwaves through the medical community. In a statement, McLaren Flint Hospital expressed deep sorrow, describing him as a compassionate and dedicated physician. “Dr. Deol committed his life to the care of others through the practice of medicine, a noble calling he will be remembered for,” the statement read. Grief counseling and support resources have been made available to hospital staff as they cope with this loss.
The accident has renewed concerns about road safety on Sunset Drive, a heavily trafficked area near the hospital. Community members are advocating for enhanced safety measures, such as speed reduction initiatives and improved signage, to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
Dr. Deol’s passing is a profound loss to his family, colleagues, and the Flint community. He will be remembered for his commitment to medicine and the compassionate care he provided to his patients. His death is a somber reminder of the importance of road safety and the lasting impact one individual can have on a community.