Wrong way driver on I-96 involved in deadly collision, alcohol likely a factor
One person killed, one in critical condition
Photographer: WXYZ
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Posted: 12/06/2012
(DETROIT) - Michigan State Police are investigating a fatal accident that unfolded Thursday morning on I-96 near Southfield.
According to witnesses, a vehicle was traveling the wrong way in the westbound lanes of I-96 when it collided with another vehicle.
The driver in the westbound lanes was pronounced dead on the scene.
The wrong-way driver, who has not been identified, was transported to Sinai Grace Hospital in Detroit where he is listed in critical condition.
Alcohol is believed to be a factor.
Police are asking any witnesses to contact them at (248) 584-5740.
Copyright 2012 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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