Ann Arbor, MI : Delbert (Bert) Loomis of Gaines died from injuries he sustained in a motorcycle crash last week in Hartland Township on Wednesday, Aug 12, 2015

The motorcycle driver involved in a hit and run crash in Hartland Township on Wednesday, Aug. 12 died from his injuries on Friday, Aug. 14.
Delbert (Bert) Arthur Loomis of Gaines died at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor. He was the operator of the 2014 Harley Davidson motorcycle involved in a two-vehicle crash at 3:30 p.m. on northbound U.S. 23 near Clyde Road.
According to witnesses, a maroon Pontiac Grand Am was braking in the left hand lane to turn into the “authorized vehicle only” turn around. The first two vehicles behind the car were able to avoid hitting it. The third vehicle, a 2014 Harley Davidson operated by Loomis was not able to stop. Delbert laid down the motorcycle prior to impact and was ejected while the motorcycle slid and struck a 2007 Sterling tanker truck.
The roadway was closed for approximately four hours while deputies investigated. Deputies were assisted at the scene by personnel from the Hartland Area Fire Department, Livingston County Ambulance and the Michigan State Police.
The Pontiac Grand Am sought after the crash was located and impounded. The driver was identified as a 22-year-old South Lyon woman. She has been interviewed regarding the case, according to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office.
The identity of the at-fault driver who made the illegal turn was made possible by a passing motorist. A 52-year-old Toledo, Ohio man was southbound on U.S. 23 when he witnessed the aftermath of the crash. Believing that the Pontiac may have been involved, he was able to obtain the vehicle’s registration information, and pass it along to the sheriff’s office.
According to Undersheriff Michael Murphy, by being observant and taking the time to get involved, the Sheriff’s Office Traffic Division will now accurately be able to reconstruct the crash.
Pam Hiatt of Gaines is heartbroken over the loss of her close friend and neighbor. She is also heartbroken for Loomis’ wife Julie. “They truly loved each other,” said Hiatt.
“He was such a kind, giving man. He loved helping others and every time we went to the Durand Eagles I looked for him and his wife Julie. They were friends and neighbors. He will be missed by many people.”
Hiatt added that Loomis is also an organ donor.
This fatal crash remains under investigation with the Livingston County Sheriff’s Traffic Safety Division and once complete, the report will be sent to the Livingston County Prosecutor’s Office for review and possible criminal charges.

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Gaines man killed in motorcycle crash