Grand Rapids, MI (November 1, 2023) – A man from Cedar Springs lost his life as a result of a fatal car crash that occurred on Wednesday morning in Grand Rapids.
The accident was reported by law enforcement at around 8:15 a.m. on November 1.
According to the Michigan State Police, a 63-year-old man was walking near the gore of the roadway on Interstate 196 when he was struck by a vehicle near the ramp. Authorities determined that the 47-year-old woman driving a car in the area lost control of her vehicle and struck the pedestrian.
The man sustained severe injuries due to the crash. He was rushed to a local hospital, where he died from his injuries.
The woman did not suffer any injuries in the crash.
The state police are actively investigating the collision.
Our condolences go out to the family of the man killed in this crash.