A motorcycle crash in Tuscola County Friday, August 7 has left one man in critical condition.

Police say the 26-year-old man was riding on M-24 near Clifford Rd. when he lost control of his bike and crashed into a ditch after failing to negotiate a curve. A passing nurse was able to provide first aid until emergency responders arrived on the scene.

The man was flown by Flight Care to a nearby hospital. It isn’t known if he was wearing a helmet. Police say speed is a likely factor in the crash.