Robinson Township, MI (July 17, 2026) – A 24-year-old Allendale Township man was seriously hurt after being ejected from his vehicle during a rollover crash on 104th Avenue just south of Buchanan Street in Robinson Township on Wednesday night, July 15. The collision was reported at approximately 10:15 p.m.
The man was driving a Subaru southbound on 104th Avenue when he passed a group of vehicles, then slowed and pulled toward the shoulder. A 20-year-old Twin Lake man driving a Chevrolet Silverado attempted to pass the Subaru before the two vehicles collided. The Subaru rolled several times, ejecting the driver, who was not wearing a seatbelt.
The Subaru’s driver was hospitalized with serious injuries. The Silverado’s driver and his passenger, a 20-year-old Allendale Township woman, were not hurt. Both were wearing seatbelts at the time of the wreck.
The 104th Avenue was closed for approximately three hours while deputies investigated the accident.
We hope the injured man makes a full recovery.
What Happens When a Vehicle Rolls Over After a Sideswipe or Collision?
Rollover crashes that follow a collision between two vehicles begin with a sudden lateral force that shifts the struck vehicle’s weight to one side faster than the tires can compensate. When a vehicle is already moving toward the shoulder or decelerating unexpectedly, a collision from the side or rear can be enough to initiate a roll, particularly in smaller cars with a higher center of gravity relative to their width. The number of times a vehicle rolls depends on its speed at the moment of initial tip and the terrain it rolls across.
Ejection during a rollover is one of the most dangerous outcomes in any crash. As a vehicle rotates, an unrestrained occupant is subject to forces that push them outward through windows or doors, leaving them exposed to the road surface and the vehicle itself as it continues to roll. The risk of being struck by the rolling vehicle after ejection adds a layer of danger beyond the initial impact with the ground.
Passing maneuvers on rural roads require careful judgment about speed, distance, and the behavior of the vehicle being passed. When a vehicle being passed slows or moves unexpectedly toward the shoulder, a driver mid-pass has limited space and time to abort the maneuver safely. These dynamics are a recognized factor in rural road crashes and are examined closely when investigators reconstruct how a passing-related collision unfolded.
