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Military Vehicle Loses Control During Lane Change, Triggers Eight-Vehicle I-94 Crash

Investigators now point to speed as a possible factor after ruling out impairment.

Eastbound I-94 was completely closed near the Sprinkle Road exit, including the Portage Road onramp, after at least eight vehicles including a semi-truck, utility vehicle and five personal vehicles were involved in a crash, according to Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) officers. (Teanna Barnes/WWMT){ }
Eastbound I-94 was completely closed near the Sprinkle Road exit, including the Portage Road onramp, after at least eight vehicles including a semi-truck, utility vehicle and five personal vehicles were involved in a crash, according to Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) officers. (Craig Beilby/WWMT){ }
Eastbound I-94 was completely closed near the Sprinkle Road exit, including the Portage Road onramp, after at least eight vehicles including a semi-truck, utility vehicle and five personal vehicles were involved in a crash, according to Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) officers. (Craig Beilby/WWMT)
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Overview

  • Michigan State Police say the military vehicle struck a semi after a lane change, setting off a chain reaction that ultimately involved eight vehicles.
  • A 10-year-old child suffered serious injuries and remains in stable condition at Bronson Methodist Hospital.
  • A 4-year-old girl and a 40-year-old woman were also injured, with their conditions described as non-life-threatening, and other injuries were minor.
  • Eastbound I-94 near the Sprinkle Road exit, including the Portage Road onramp, was shut down for nearly eight hours as crews processed the scene.
  • Police reported no alcohol or drugs were involved, confirmed proper use of seatbelts and child restraints, and urged drivers to stay alert for slowed or stopped traffic.