Police investigate Lansing Avenue Cafe hit-and-run

After leaving the scene of an accident, a Fairview driver took off, before crashing into Avenue Cafe in Lansing.

Police were investigating the crash at Michigan and Fairview avenues by late Oct. 13. No injuries were reported.

A red SUV heading south on Fairview ran a red light and hit a gray sedan heading west on Michigan, according to police. The sedan's driver tried to regain control, but the car hit a parked vehicle, left the road, struck a bench and crashed into the cafe.

Do drivers have to stop when a Michigan crash causes only vehicle damage?

Yes. A driver who knows or has reason to believe they were involved in a crash on a public road or private property open to public travel must stop, even if no one appears hurt. Under MCL 257.618, the driver generally must stay until the required information has been provided and any needed assistance has been given.

They must also show their driver's license to police officers. Michigan Legal Center's steps after a Michigan car accident explain how to document driver and vehicle information while addressing immediate safety.

There is a safety exception to remaining at the scene. A driver who reasonably and honestly believes staying would cause further harm must immediately report the crash to the nearest or most convenient police agency or officer, provide the required identifying information and show their driver's license.

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If you have questions after a hit-and-run, Contact Michigan Legal Center to ask whether the matter falls within Michigan Legal Center's practice areas.

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