A collision on U.S. Highway 23 has claimed the lives of a Michigan woman and her unborn child, with a man now facing felony charges in connection with the deadly incident. The crash occurred last Saturday night in Whiteford Township where, as reported by CBS News Detroit, a 32-year-old Kaitlyn A. Ellison was operating her vehicle on the northbound side before it was hit and caused to roll over by a young man's Chrysler 300.
Details from FOX 2 Detroit indicate that the Chrysler, driven by a 24-year-old from Ohio was reportedly speeding and engaging in hazardous passing on the shoulder, after merging back into traffic the Chrysler collided with Ellison's Ford Escape. The impact led to Ellison's vehicle veering off the road and overturning multiple times, resulting in her death and that of her seven-month-old unborn child after being taken to Toledo Hospital.
The 24-year-old driver of the Chrysler initially fled the scene on foot but was later apprehended at a nearby gas station. He is being detained at Monroe County Jail, awaiting charges for second-degree homicide and operating while intoxicated causing death, according to information provided by the The Detroit News. Alcohol and excessive speed are believed to be contributory factors to the fatal outcome of this accident.
Emergency services responded with support from the Whiteford Township Fire Department, Monroe Community Ambulance, and the Michigan State Police. As the investigation into the incident continues, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office is requesting anyone with relevant information to come forward. Anonymous tips can be provided through Crime Stoppers or by contacting the Sheriff's Office directly.
