Overisel Township, MI (May 14, 2026) – A woman was killed, and another person was seriously injured, on Wednesday evening in a two-vehicle crash at the intersection of 146th Ave and 36th St in Allegan County’s Overisel Township.
Emergency units responded around 5:45 p.m. to the intersection after reports of a serious collision involving a sport-utility vehicle and a pickup truck. Witnesses told responders that the SUV driver had been ejected during the impact.
Rescuers attempted life-saving measures at the scene, but the SUV driver died from her injuries. Authorities have not yet released her identity.
The driver of the pickup truck suffered serious injuries and was airlifted to a hospital for treatment. Officials said both drivers were alone in their vehicles at the time of the crash.
According to preliminary findings, the SUV was traveling north on 36th St when the driver reportedly failed to stop at a stop sign at 146th Ave and collided with the westbound pickup truck.
The intersection remained closed for several hours while crews investigated and cleared the scene.
Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and additional details may be released as they become available. We extend our sincere condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.
What Is Often Reviewed After Serious Intersection Crashes
Serious crashes at rural intersections frequently involve questions about right-of-way, visibility, and vehicle speed. Investigators commonly examine traffic signs, roadway markings, and the direction each vehicle was traveling before the collision.
When a driver is ejected from a vehicle, responders may also review seat belt use and the severity of the vehicle’s damage. Ejection crashes often result in severe or fatal injuries because occupants can strike the roadway or nearby objects during the collision.
Crash reconstruction teams may use debris patterns, impact locations, and witness statements to determine how the incident unfolded. In rural areas, stop-sign intersections can become especially dangerous when drivers fail to yield to cross traffic traveling at highway speeds.
