Overview
- Police now report six officers were treated and released from the hospital, the semi-truck driver was also released, and three people from the SUV remain hospitalized with serious injuries.
- Ford Road and Haggerty Road reopened after hours-long closures that also affected I-275 exit ramps, with officials saying the hazardous spill was contained and no public danger remains.
- The collision occurred shortly before 1 p.m. Wednesday near I-275, producing towering flames and smoke intense enough to melt traffic control signals.
- Preliminary findings indicate a passenger vehicle traveled the wrong way at high speed before striking a turning semi, with a truck fuel cell believed to be the source of the fire.
- Officers and bystanders pulled occupants from burning vehicles, with officer injuries including smoke inhalation and burns, and the case will be forwarded to the Wayne County Prosecutor for review.