Warren residents faced disruptions this morning following a fatal collision on Van Dyke Avenue, prompting the closure of the street between South Civic Center Boulevard and Kennedy Circle North. The Warren Police Department, providing initial details on the incident, confirmed the crash occurred around 6:20 AM, involving two vehicles, and resulted in one fatality and one non-fatal injury, as stated by the City of Warren.
According to the City of Warren released information, the deceased is a male estimated to be between 50 and 60 years old. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Conversely, a female driver involved sustained injuries deemed non-life-threatening and was subsequently transported to the local hospital by the Warren Fire Department.
Early findings point to a loss of control by the male driver in a silver vehicle heading northbound. This reportedly led to his vehicle crossing into the southbound lanes and ultimately colliding with a black Dodge Durango. The Traffic Crash Reconstruction Team is investigating the scene to ascertain cause, which at this time remains unclear, with drugs, alcohol or a medical condition not ruled out as contributing factors, as reported by the City of Warren.
As the investigation continues and officials endeavor to draw conclusions, the area of Van Dyke Avenue affected by the incident remains off-limits to the public and motorists. Further updates will be provided as more information is made available, likely shedding light on the circumstances leading to this tragic morning event in Warren, as per the City of Warren.
