Caught on video: Dirt biker hits teen on skateboard in North Philadelphia

Authorities say the biker was doing wheelies on the highway when the crash occurred.
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police are searching for the dirt bike rider who hit a teenager on a skateboard Sunday night.

It happened around 10:30 p.m. on Allegheny Avenue near Front Street in North Philadelphia.
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Police released video of the wanted dirt bike rider.

Authorities say the rider was doing wheelies on the highway when the crash occurred.



The 17-year-old male was transported to Temple University Hospital and listed in extremely critical condition.
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Anyone with information is asked to contact the Philadelphia Accident Investigation District at 215-685-3184.

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