Detroit, August 30, 2025

News Summary

Amir Khalid, a 41-year-old from Canton, has been charged in connection with a tragic car crash that claimed the lives of two sisters, Savannah and Syiana Allen, in Detroit. Khalid faces multiple charges, including reckless driving causing death and serious injury, after allegedly speeding when he collided with the vehicle of the sisters. The incident raises concerns about road safety in Michigan, where traffic fatalities have been on the rise.

Detroit

Amir Khalid, a 41-year-old resident of Canton, has been formally charged in relation to a tragic car crash that led to the deaths of two sisters, Savannah Allen, 8, and Syiana Allen, 15, as well as injuries to a third teenager. The incident occurred at approximately 12:39 a.m. on Saturday, in the intersection of Gratiot Avenue and August Street in Detroit.

Khalid faces serious charges including two counts of reckless driving causing death and one count of reckless driving causing serious injury. He is currently in custody under a bond set at $250,000 and has a scheduled court appearance on September 4. Should he be convicted, Khalid could face up to 15 years in prison for each count related to the deaths of the sisters and up to five years for the charge concerning the injured teen.

According to reports, Khalid was allegedly driving at an excessive speed of around 80 mph while heading north on Gratiot Avenue when he collided with the vehicle carrying the Allen sisters, which was making a turn onto August Street. The impact was severe, propelling the victims’ car onto the sidewalk in front of a gas station located within the 12600 block of Gratiot Avenue.

Upon arrival, first responders found Savannah Allen trapped in the vehicle. She was extricated and immediately transported to a hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. Unfortunately, Syiana Allen also died shortly after reaching the hospital. A 16-year-old girl riding in their car sustained injuries but survived the incident.

In response to this heartbreaking loss, a GoFundMe campaign has been initiated to assist the Allen family with funeral expenses. As of Friday afternoon, the campaign has successfully raised over $6,300 towards a goal of $20,000. Katherine Yancy, the organizer of the campaign, expressed the profound grief felt by the family, highlighting the tragedy of losing two siblings at once.

Context of Traffic Safety in Michigan

The recent incident highlights ongoing concerns over road safety in Michigan. According to statistics from the Michigan State Police, there have been 38 fatalities on Michigan roadways within the past week alone. In total, the state has recorded 641 deaths this year. While there is a slight improvement compared to the previous year—reporting one fewer fatality—there has been a notable decrease of 77 serious injuries in comparison to the same period last year.

Key Details of the Incident

• Accused: Amir Khalid, 41, from Canton
• Victims: Savannah Allen (8) and Syiana Allen (15)
• Charges: Two counts of reckless driving causing death, one count of reckless driving causing serious injury
• Bond Amount: $250,000
• Court Date: September 4
• Incident Timing: 12:39 a.m. Saturday
• Location: Intersection of Gratiot Avenue and August Street, Detroit
• Speed Evidence: Allegedly driving at 80 mph
• Injured: 16-year-old girl
• GoFundMe Total (as of Friday): $6,300 out of $20,000 goal

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Additional Resources

• Detroit News
• WXYZ
• Click on Detroit
• CBS News
• Patch
• Wikipedia: Traffic Safety
• Google Search: Car Accident Statistics Michigan
• Google Scholar: Traffic Safety Michigan
• Encyclopedia Britannica: Automobile Traffic
• Google News: Detroit Car Crash

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