Redford Township, MI (May 4, 2026) – A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash late on Sunday night in Redford Township.
The crash happened around 11:30 p.m. on May 3 along Telegraph Road near the Interstate 96 exit. Investigators say a 69-year-old woman was crossing Telegraph when she was hit by a vehicle while heading north in the area.
Emergency units responded to the scene, but the woman was pronounced dead as a result of her injuries. The police say the driver involved, who was traveling east on Schoolcraft, fled the scene after the crash.
No description of the vehicle has been released, and the incident remains under investigation by authorities.
We extend our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased.
How Pedestrian Hit-and-Run Crashes Commonly Occur at Night
Pedestrian crashes at night often happen when visibility is limited, and drivers have less time to react. Poor lighting and roadway conditions can make it harder to see people crossing streets.
Hit-and-run incidents add another layer of difficulty, as delayed driver identification can slow down parts of the investigation. Witness accounts and traffic camera footage often play a key role in these cases.
Pedestrians are especially vulnerable when crossing multi-lane roads, where vehicles may approach from multiple directions at once. Caution from both drivers and pedestrians is critical in high-traffic corridors.
