A 30-year-old Southfield man was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross I-96 in Livonia, according to reports from local authorities. The incident, which occurred yesterday around 4:30 p.m., resulted in the temporary closure of the freeway for investigation purposes.
Michigan State Police Second District reported that the man was trying to run across the freeway when he was hit. WWJ Newsradio detailed that Livonia EMS responders administered CPR at the scene, and upon his arrival at a local hospital, the man regained a pulse.
The driver involved in the collision stopped immediately and cooperated with the ensuing investigation. The extent of the man's injuries has not been disclosed, and the reasons prompting his run across the interstate remain unknown. Nevertheless, the pedestrian's family has been duly notified of the incident.
Following the resuscitation efforts, the man is now receiving further medical treatment. The Detroit News confirmed the involvement of CPR and subsequent hospitalization after the collision. The roadway, which had been closed to facilitate the investigation, was eventually reopened to the public.
Further information, including updates on the man's current condition, will likely surface as the investigation continues. MLive additionally emphasized the coordination between state troopers and emergency medical services in response to the accident. The incident serves as a pressing reminder of the inherent risks pedestrians face when coming into close quarters with bustling freeway traffic.
