Overview
- A motorist stopped because of a flat tire between the local and express lanes on westbound I-96 near M-39, and a person who was outside the disabled vehicle was struck by an oncoming car and seriously injured.
- The crash was reported in the early morning and Detroit EMS transported the injured person to a local hospital for treatment.
- Michigan State Police closed multiple lanes while they conducted an initial on-scene investigation, leaving only the far right local lane open at one point.
- State police advised motorists to avoid the area, use alternate routes, and expect significant delays during the ongoing response.
- Authorities have not released the identities of those involved or any details about charges or the injured person’s condition and the investigation remains active.