LIVONIA, MI – Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle on I-96

A 30-year-old man is currently hospitalized after a serious incident on I-96 that occurred on Saturday afternoon. The accident took place around 4:30 p.m. on westbound I-96, near Merriman Road.

According to reports from the Michigan State Police, the Southfield man was running across the interstate when he was hit by a passenger vehicle. Immediate action was taken at the scene, with bystanders performing CPR on the injured man before Livonia EMS arrived to transport him to a nearby hospital.

The latest updates indicate that the man has regained a pulse and is now receiving much-needed medical treatment, but details about his specific injuries have not been shared. The cause of his decision to run across the busy highway remains unclear.

The driver involved in the crash remained at the site and has been cooperating with law enforcement as they conduct their investigation. The section of the interstate was temporarily closed to allow for a thorough examination of the scene but has since reopened.

Community members are reminded to stay alert while driving, especially in areas where pedestrians might unexpectedly enter the roadway.