Pedestrian Deaths Surge in Michigan | Detroit News

A tragic freeway fatality has shaken Michigan, as a woman died after being struck by a car while running — raising urgent questions about why she was on the roadway. Authorities are still investigating, while recent incidents across the state — including a hit-and-run in Royal Oak and a pedestrian crash in Ann Arbor — highlight a troubling trend. Michigan’s pedestrian crash numbers are up this year, with over 2,000 incidents and 156 deaths already recorded in 2024. It’s a sobering reminder: safety matters for everyone, whether walking or driving. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/fed5bfe89b71efbe