Lansing, MI (May 24, 2026) – A multi-vehicle crash shut down part of Waverly Road near West Holmes Road in Lansing on Saturday night.
Reports of the roadway closure came in shortly before 8:00 p.m. Saturday, May 23. The four-car wreck led to traffic disruptions for several hours while emergency units worked in the roadway.
Officials said it remains unclear how many people were hurt. The road reopened around 10:30 p.m. after crews cleared the vehicles from the roadway.
Further details about the collision were not immediately available Sunday morning. The cause of the crash is still being reviewed by investigators.
We are thinking of those affected and hope for their full recovery.
Why Multi-Vehicle Roadway Encounters Can Take Longer to Clear
Roadway encounters involving several vehicles often require extended lane closures while crews remove debris and document vehicle positions. Even when injuries appear minor, traffic delays may continue as tow trucks clear disabled cars and investigators gather details from drivers and witnesses.
In many cases, traffic flow, lighting, and roadway design are reviewed to help determine how several vehicles became involved at once. Photos, skid marks, and vehicle placement can also help explain how traffic conditions changed before contact occurred.
Medical updates may take time to become available, especially during the first few hours after a roadway shutdown. Multi-vehicle crashes can also create secondary traffic backups nearby, making it more difficult for drivers to move through surrounding intersections until all lanes reopen.
