MONROE, Monroe County, Mich., Nov. 8, 2026 — A 60-year-old Detroit man died on Friday morning, November 6, after he was struck by a vehicle on southbound I-75 near East Dunbar Road in Monroe Township, according to Michigan State Police. The driver did not stop at the scene, troopers said.
Officials with the MSP Monroe Post were sent to the freeway around 6:19 a.m. after a report of a pedestrian standing in the middle of the roadway. While they were on the way, dispatchers told troopers the man had already been hit and was down in the road.
Troopers and Monroe Community Ambulance crews arrived and found the man had suffered fatal injuries, MSP said. The vehicle or vehicles involved left before anyone could stop, and investigators have not said why the man was in the middle of the freeway. Southbound I-75 was closed for several hours while the crash was investigated.
The case remains open. MSP is asking anyone who saw what happened, or who has information about the vehicle involved, to call Trooper Lehmann at the Monroe Post. Monroe Township Fire, Monroe City Police, the Monroe County Sheriff's Office and MDOT also responded.
Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the person who died.
Intersection Crashes in Michigan
This pedestrian crash happened at I-75 and East Dunbar Road in Monroe, MI. Our Michigan intersections page covers intersection crashes across Michigan.
Frequently Asked Questions
What usually causes pedestrian crashes on freeways?
Pedestrians on highways are typically struck because drivers have little time to react at freeway speeds, especially in low light or when a person is unexpectedly in a travel lane. Investigators usually look at visibility, vehicle speed, and whether the pedestrian was in a vehicle's path.
Does vehicle speed affect whether a pedestrian survives?
Yes. The faster a vehicle is traveling at impact, the less time a driver has to stop or swerve, and the more severe the injuries tend to be. Crashes at freeway speeds are frequently fatal.
Are pedestrian crashes more common at night or in early morning hours?
Reduced visibility in darkness or low light, like the early morning hours in this case, makes it harder for drivers to see pedestrians in time to react, which raises the risk of a serious or fatal crash.
What should I do if I witness a hit-and-run crash?
Call 911 immediately, try to note details like the vehicle's color, make, or license plate, and stay at a safe distance until help arrives. Report what you saw to the investigating agency as soon as possible.
