Windsor Township, MI (June 3, 2026) – One person was killed, and two others were seriously injured in a head-on collision on Tuesday night in Eaton County.
According to Michigan State Police, troopers were called to Bishop Highway near Creyts Road after reports of a two-vehicle wreck. A preliminary investigation found that an 81-year-old Dimondale man was driving a Ford Econoline van westbound when the vehicle crossed the center line and struck a Chevrolet Camaro traveling in the opposite direction.
The van driver was pronounced dead at the roadside. An 80-year-old passenger riding in the van and the 41-year-old Lansing man driving the Camaro were both seriously injured and taken to the University of Michigan Health-Sparrow in Lansing for treatment.
Investigators have not determined whether alcohol, drugs, or a medical emergency contributed to the collision. Additional details have not yet been released, since detectives continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the fatal accident.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the deceased and wish a full recovery to those injured.
What Factors Are Commonly Investigated in Head-On Collisions?
Head-on collisions are among the most serious types of roadway crashes because the forces involved are usually significant when vehicles traveling in opposite directions make contact. Investigators typically focus on why a vehicle crossed the center line or left its intended lane.
To better understand the sequence of events, investigators may review roadway markings, vehicle damage, tire marks, and witness accounts. Environmental conditions such as weather, visibility, and roadway geometry can also provide useful context.
Medical issues, driver impairment, distraction, or fatigue are additional factors that may be examined when evidence suggests they could have contributed. In many cases, investigators combine physical evidence, vehicle data, and witness information to develop a detailed understanding of how the collision occurred and what factors were present beforehand.
