Driver killed in crash on Lodge Freeway in Detroit
(CBS DETROIT) - A 32-year-old man has died after colliding with a U-Haul truck on Monday on the Lodge Freeway in Detroit.
The crash happened at about 3:50 p.m. on southbound M-10 and W. Grand Boulevard.
According to Michigan State Police, the Detroit Regional Communication Center received a call about a crash on the freeway.
A preliminary investigation revealed a disabled U-Haul box truck was partially in the left lane when the 32-year-old driver of a Chevy Cobalt changed lanes from the center lane to the left and struck the rear end of the truck.
Traffic Crash Investigation:
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10/2 at 3:50 PM
Location:
Southbound Lodge and W. Grand Blvd.
Synopsis:
Metro South Post troopers are investigating a serious injury traffic crash. Expect delays in the area as the investigation continues. pic.twitter.com/LxAQD2PjOm
Three children and another adult were in the Cobalt and were taken to a hospital for minor injuries. The two people inside the U-Haul truck were not injured.
Authorities say all southbound lanes at Chicago Boulevard are closed.
An investigation is ongoing.