The morning drive on westbound I-94 through St. Clair Shores turned grim today after a serious crash near Nine Mile shut the freeway down for hours and choked off the rush-hour commute. Crews from FOX 2 Detroit at the scene reported seeing a body under a sheet beside a badly damaged SUV. Officials had not immediately released any information about victims or what triggered the collision, while nearby surface streets struggled to absorb the diverted traffic.
According to FOX 2 Detroit, westbound lanes at the 9 Mile exit were shut down as investigators documented the scene and emergency crews worked along the shoulder. The station’s footage showed multiple emergency vehicles and investigators clustered near the crash site, and FOX 2 noted that “it is unclear what happened.” At the time of that report, authorities had not yet posted a detailed public statement.
Same St. Clair Shores Stretch Keeps Shutting Down
This piece of I-94 around Nine Mile has already had a rough week. Earlier, WXYZ reported that the highway briefly closed because of flooding at the 9 Mile interchange. Separate coverage from CBS Detroit also shows the corridor has been shut in the past for crash investigations and police pursuits, a reminder of how a single incident on this busy artery can stall traffic across the region for hours.
Detours, Delays And Where To Get Updates
Drivers headed through east Macomb County should plan for delays and look at alternate surface routes while investigators finish their work and crews clear the wreckage. The Michigan Department of Transportation recommends checking Mi Drive or using traffic apps for live camera views and the latest closure information before approaching the Nine Mile area.
This story will be updated when local law enforcement or the medical examiner releases official details. Anyone who was in the area at the time of the crash and has eyewitness video or information is asked to contact local police to assist with the investigation.
