Logan Co. Teen Killed in ATV Accident

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Posted: 11:55 AM Mar 19, 2008
Last Updated: 11:55 AM Mar 19, 2008

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A Logan County teenager is dead after an ATV accident on Mar. 18.

The Logan County Sheriff's Department says 16-year-old Derek Robinson was killed after his ATV flipped and landed on top of him.

The accident happened at 6:30 p.m. in a field off River Road in Auburn.

Police say Robinson was riding with 16-year-old Michael Haley when they lost control while driving over a hole in an open field.

Haley was not injured.

Neither was wearing a helmet.

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Posted by: Courtney Location: Auburn on Mar 20, 2008 at 01:56 PM
Derek was one of my best friends and i grew up with him. He was one of the greatest guys that i've ever known. Im glad that i have memories of us together and that i get to see him again some day. Keep the Robinson's in your prayers through this time! I LOVE YOU DEREK!!!

Posted by: Christy Location: Russellville on Mar 20, 2008 at 11:56 AM
my thoughts and prayers go out the derek's family.

Posted by: Laurel Location: Auburn on Mar 20, 2008 at 08:35 AM
Derek was a great guy and he will be missed. I didnt get a chance to know that well but i wish i had got to. I cant even imagine what his little sister Andrea is going through. I want her to know tha we will all be praying for her and her family. This is a tragic event but I know that they can get through it! GOD BLESS THE ROBINSON FAMILY!!

Posted by: Emily Location: Auburn on Mar 19, 2008 at 09:07 PM
this is really sad.. i went to school with him.

Posted by: Kierstyn Location: Auburn on Mar 19, 2008 at 08:05 PM
Derek Robinson was a very good guy. He will always be in our hearts. His family, friends, and peers will greatly miss him. ATV accidents are tragic so I hope that EVERYONE will wear a helmet.

Posted by: Audrey Location: Auburn on Mar 19, 2008 at 04:22 PM
We will always miss Derek and will always pray for his family! This should show that you dont need to act crazy on an atv. Please just pray for us that is going to miss him at school!

Posted by: Donna Location: Auburn on Mar 19, 2008 at 02:46 PM
My prayers and sympathy go to Derek's family & friends.

Posted by: Cheryl Location: Auburn on Mar 19, 2008 at 01:20 PM
ATV accidents are almost always tragic, but this one was horrible for Logan County. Derek Robinson will be greatly missed by his family and his classmates. Sincere sympathy goes out to all. Please wear a helmet if you are going to ride an ATV.

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