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Saugatuck, MI (June 21, 2023) - On Tuesday, June 20, one person was killed and another was injured after a tire blowout caused a crash in Saugatuck. 

The deadly accident was reported on Interstate 196 at around 2:15 p.m. It was reported that a 32-year-old Zeeland man was driving a pickup truck headed northbound when the vehicle experienced a blowout near mile marker 43. The driver and his passenger, a 29-year-old Holland man, were ejected from the vehicle. 

The roadway was closed for several hours while emergency responders were present. The identities of the involved parties have not been provided. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the deadly crash is in progress. 

We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the family of the deceased victim at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family in hopes of a full recovery.

Deadly Car Accidents in Michigan

Saugatuck, MI - One Killed, Another Hurt in Blowout Crash on I-196A total of 889 people lost their lives in traffic accidents across Michigan in 2011, according to statistics from the Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center. A total of 834 of these crashes resulted in fatal injuries. According to the Michigan Traffic Crash Decade-at-a-Glance study, 53.4 percent of people killed in car accidents were restrained at the time of impact. Losing a loved one is difficult, and the surviving family members can end up bearing the financial burden of any damages caused by the unfortunate accident. Even though you may feel like filing a lawsuit is the last thing on your mind, doing so can, at the absolute least, help you and your family recover from the traumatic experience and put you back on your feet financially. You need to make sure you preserve important evidence and increase your chances of a successful claim, and that means you should begin working on your case as soon as you can.Families who have lost a loved one as a result of another person's negligence may be qualified to file a wrongful death lawsuit. The compensation may be used to cover any funeral and hospital costs, as well as any other urgent financial losses brought on by the loss of a loved one. With the aid of an accomplished attorney, you and your family can obtain the funds to which you are legally entitled. We will be at your side every step of the way as you navigate the difficult and drawn-out process of recovering from a wrongful death lawsuit.If a member of your family passes away as a result of someone else's negligence, you and your family may be entitled to compensation. You may be able to bring a wrongful death claim so that you can get financial assistance and make sure that the party or parties responsible for the accident are held accountable. Many families in Michigan seek the help of Christopher Trainor & Associates after a deadly auto accident, and we have a successful track record of assisting those dealing with the loss of a loved one. We are here to assist you when you need us most. Call a Saugatuck wrongful death attorney at 248-886-8650 to discuss your legal options.Note:Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find information that is incorrect, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request.  Disclaimer: This information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business. 

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