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31-year-old man critical following early morning crash on Detroit's east side

Posted at 6:04 AM, Dec 08, 2019
and last updated 2019-12-08 09:33:03-05

DETROIT (WXYZ) — Seven Mile Road at Gratiot on Detroit's east side was closed for hours Sunday morning following an overnight crash.

Detroit police say a 31-year-old man was ejected from his GMC Yucon after disregarding a traffic signal and smashing into a Chevy Impala.

He was taken to the hospital in critical condition.

The female driver in the second vehicle suffered less severe injuries. At last check the 21-year-old was listed at temporary serious.

It's not clear if drugs or alcohol played a role in this crash. Police are still investigating.