Tragic Incident on I-275
A man was hit by a car after walking onto the roadway of I-275, resulting in a highway shutdown as Michigan State Police investigate.
According to officials, the incident occurred just before 8 p.m. when a man pulled his car over on the side of SB I-275, got out, and walked into traffic. One driver managed to swerve around and avoid the man, but a second car was unable to avoid him and struck the pedestrian.
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State police are investigating the incident and will interview family members to determine why the pedestrian walked into the roadway. Both drivers are on scene, and SB I-275 remains closed until further notice.
Author's summary: A pedestrian was hit and killed on I-275 after walking into traffic.