Metro Detroit, MI (May 2, 2025) – A tragic series of events unfolded late Thursday night along westbound I-94 near 10 Mile Rd, where a man was fatally struck by two vehicles after stepping out of his car following a single-vehicle crash.
According to Michigan State Police, the Detroit Regional Communication Center was notified of a crash just before 9:30 p.m. on May 1. When troopers arrived, they discovered that not one, but two separate incidents had taken place in close succession.
The initial crash involved a single vehicle that veered off the roadway and came to a stop on the left shoulder of westbound I-94. After exiting his disabled vehicle, the male driver was walking alongside the freeway when another car approached and lost control. That vehicle struck the man and propelled him into the left lane, where a second vehicle struck him again.
Emergency medical services responded quickly and transported the man to a nearby hospital. Despite life-saving efforts, he was later pronounced dead from his injuries. His identity has not yet been released pending notification of family.
The driver of the first vehicle to strike the pedestrian, a 30-year-old man from Detroit, was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. He was taken into custody and remains lodged pending further investigation. The second driver, who was involved in the secondary impact, was evaluated and released at the scene.
All westbound lanes of I-94 were shut down near 10 Mile Rd for several hours while police conducted their investigation and cleared the roadway. The Michigan Department of Transportation issued alerts warning drivers to avoid the area during the closure.
Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of the man who lost his life in this heartbreaking accident.