Two adults are fighting for their lives after a harrowing incident in Michigan City saw their vehicle plunge into Trail Creek. The emergency unfolded late Saturday afternoon, around 5:30 p.m., in the vicinity of 100 Water Street. WGN-TV reports that first responders quickly converged on the scene, pulling both individuals from the submerged vehicle before rushing them to Franciscan Hospital.
The pair were later moved to a hospital in the Chicago area, where they remain in critical condition. The Michigan City Police Department has begun to thoroughly investigate the events leading up to the car's descent into the waterway. Efforts to piece together the circumstances are currently underway, and authorities are keen to thoroughly come to understand what may have precipitated the crash. WNDU echoes the details provided by local law enforcement, confirming the ongoing nature of the inquiry.
The Michigan City Police Department's Investigative Division has taken charge of the case, according to WGN-TV, with multiple agencies having assisted at the scene. The department has called for public assistance in the investigation, urging anyone equipped with additional information or video of the incident to reach out to Cpl. Pliske, the lead investigator, either by phone at (219) 874-3221 or by email at [email protected].
The importance of community collaboration in investigations such as this cannot be understated, as citizen tips can often decisively shed light on the nebulous contours of unexpected tragedies. For those looking to stay updated, WNDU advises locals to follow their broadcasts both on-air and online, and to download their 16 News Now App for the latest developments on this and other stories.
