Assyria Twp, MI (April 10, 2026) – Multiple people were injured following a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of South M-66 and Tasker Road in Assyria Township. Emergency units responded to the scene after reports of a serious collision with injuries.
The crash occurred on Thursday, April 9. According to preliminary information, a Toyota Camry was traveling northbound at a high rate of speed while a GMC Acadia was heading southbound. The Acadia attempted to turn east onto Tasker Road and entered the Camry’s path.
The vehicles collided, and several occupants of the Acadia were ejected. A 19-year-old man from Coldwater suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted to a hospital. Three other occupants from the same vehicle were also taken to the hospital with injuries.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available.
We are thinking of those injured as they receive medical care.
What Is Typically Reviewed in Crashes Involving Ejection and Turning Vehicles?
Crashes involving turning vehicles are often examined for timing and right-of-way. Investigators review how and when a vehicle entered an intersection or roadway before the collision occurred.
In cases where occupants are ejected, attention is often given to seating positions and vehicle integrity. These details help determine how individuals exited the vehicle during the impact.
Speed is also commonly reviewed, especially when one vehicle is reported to be traveling quickly. These factors help explain how the crash developed and why injuries may have been severe.
