Camden Township, MI (May 26, 2026) – One man was killed, and another was injured following a UTV rollover on Monday morning, May 25, along Alvord Road near Grant Road in Camden Township. Deputies said the fatal wreck was reported around 11:10 a.m. on Memorial Day.
Dispatch said a Polaris RZR traveling northbound left the roadway, struck trees and rocks, and overturned. A 20-year-old man from Bronson died at the scene. A 19-year-old Homer resident was flown to Henry Ford Allegiance Hospital in Jackson for treatment after the rollover.
The current medical status of the injured passenger had not been released. The police are working to determine what caused the vehicle crash. Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends mourning the loss of the young man.
Why UTV Rollovers Often Lead to Serious Injuries
Utility task vehicles, commonly called UTVs, are frequently used on rural roads, trails, and outdoor property because they can travel across rough terrain. Even so, rollovers can become especially dangerous when a vehicle strikes uneven ground, rocks, or fixed objects such as trees. Sudden turns or loss of control may also increase the chance of an overturn.
Passengers in these vehicles may face a greater risk of severe harm if they are not properly restrained or if the vehicle flips multiple times. Investigators reviewing UTV rollovers often examine terrain conditions, vehicle speed, mechanical issues, and roadway surfaces to better understand what happened. Rural crashes may also require air transport when hospitals with trauma services are farther away from the crash site.
