JACKSON COUNTY, MS — A tragic hit-and-run collision on Wednesday evening, June 25, 2025, has left 62-year-old Michael Urbani of Vancleave dead and authorities searching for two vehicles involved in the fatal incident. The crash occurred around 8:48 p.m. on Interstate 10 westbound, between mile markers 68 and 69.
According to preliminary findings, 62-year-old Michael Urbani of Vancleave was riding his motorcycle when he was struck from behind by a black Chevrolet Malibu. The impact caused Urbani to crash onto the roadway. In a horrifying sequence of events, moments later, an all-white 18-wheeler, also traveling westbound, is believed to have run over Urbani while he was down.
Tragically, neither vehicle stopped. Both the Chevrolet Malibu and the 18-wheeler fled the scene, leaving behind a devastating loss.
Emergency responders arrived quickly but found Urbani unresponsive. He was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Now, investigators are urgently seeking assistance from the public in identifying the two vehicles and their drivers. The vehicles involved are described as:
A black Chevrolet Malibu (license plate unknown)
An all-white 18-wheeler, make and model unknown
The Mississippi Highway Patrol, along with local law enforcement, is asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash, seen the vehicles before or after the incident, or has dashcam footage from that stretch of I-10 during the timeframe to come forward.
“This is a heartbreaking situation,” one official stated. “Mr. Urbani lost his life in a senseless act, and we are doing everything in our power to ensure those responsible are held accountable. But we need the public’s help.”
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Mississippi Highway Patrol or their local authorities immediately. Tips can be submitted anonymously.
As the investigation continues, the community mourns the loss of Michael Urbani—a life taken too soon in a tragic and preventable incident. Friends, family, and fellow residents of Vancleave are left grieving, and now justice depends on the voices of those who may hold even a small piece of the puzzle.
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