Category: Crash

Jul 20

Dashcam video: Stolen SUV causes rollover crash on East Beltline

Three suspect were arrested after a stolen car crashed into another vehicle in Grand Rapids Thursday morning, though deputies were still looking for two more.

The Kent County Sheriff’s Office said deputies got a report of a stolen car around 6:30 a.m. Thursday. Someone had left the keys in a black Ford SUV on Village Spring Drive SE north of Ada Drive in Ada Township and it was stolen.

Around 7:15 p.m., a deputy saw that SUV on Lake Eastbrook Boulevard near the Shops at CenterPoint. Dashboard camera released by the sheriff’s office shows the driver took off and turned north onto the East Beltline. The deputy gave chase. The Ford ran one red light and then, while running another at Burton Street SE, it collided with a westbound car. The car rolled over into the median.

“Oh, bad crash,” the deputy who was chasing the SUV reported of his radio. “Start medical. Rollover.”

The five people inside the SUV took off, the dashcam video shows.

Deputies hurried to help the people in the car. The sheriff’s department said the driver, a 25-year-old from Grand Rapids, was treated at the hospital and was expected to be released quickly.

Deputies called in dogs to track the suspects down. The search prompted Calvin University to temporarily lock down campus Thursday morning. The lockdown had been lifted as of 2 p.m.

One of the suspects was caught by a passing civilian and then turned over to police. Two others were later found by police; one had a loaded handgun, deputies said. The three people arrested were ages 14, 15 and 18.

Deputies did not release descriptions of the two remaining suspects.

The sheriff’s department said it has investigated 187 stolen car reports so far this year. That figure was 178 during the same period last year.

“We continue our attempt to curb these thefts and bring resolution to the many victims of these crimes,” the sheriff’s department wrote in a release. “Please help us out by keeping your cars locked and keys inside your home.”

Jul 20

Kent County Deputies on the Hunt for Two Suspects After Stolen SUV Crash

Search Intensifies for Suspects Following Stolen SUV Incident

Kent County deputies are actively searching for two suspects who fled the scene after a stolen SUV was involved in a serious accident. According to the Kent County Sheriff’s Office (KCSO), multiple law enforcement agencies responded to the crash that occurred early Thursday morning at the intersection of East Beltline and Burton. The stolen vehicle, reported missing from Ada Township around 6:30 a.m., was eventually found near Centerpoint about an hour later.

Details of the Crash and Subsequent Pursuit

The stolen SUV was initially spotted outside Planet Fitness before it sped off, eventually running a stoplight at Burton Street and colliding with another vehicle. The crash caused the second vehicle to overturn, injuring a 25-year-old man from Grand Rapids, who was hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries. The collision also resulted in a broken utility pole, and dashcam footage of the incident has been released by the sheriff’s office.

Progress in the Investigation and Ongoing Search

After the crash, five suspects fled the scene, with one being captured by a civilian and handed over to authorities. Police managed to apprehend two more suspects, but two individuals remain at large. Among those arrested, three are teens—a 14-year-old, a 15-year-old, and an 18-year-old, with one suspect hospitalized. Deputies are continuing their efforts to locate the remaining fugitives. The KCSO has acknowledged the support from Michigan State Police and local departments in the investigation.

Rising Concerns Over Stolen Vehicles

This incident is part of a larger trend, with the KCSO noting an increase in stolen vehicle reports this year compared to the same period last year. So far, 187 stolen vehicle cases have been investigated in 2024, up from 178 cases at this time last year.

Jul 20

Police respond to serious crash involving moped, SUV in Manchester

THE FLOODING THAT WE HAD. SO JUST BE AWARE OF THAT. THERE ARE SOME DETOURS IN PLACE AND RIGHT NOW, MAPLE AND VALLEY STREETS IN MANCHESTER ARE BACK OPEN AFTER THEY WERE SHUT DOWN FOLLOWING A SERIOUS CRASH LAST NIGHT INVOLVING A MOPED. ACCORDING TO MANCHESTER POLICE. THAT HAPPENED AROUND NINE LAST NIGHT NEAR MAPLE AND VALLEY STREETS RIGHT NEAR GILL STADIUM. VIDEO FROM THE SCENE SHOWS AN SUV THAT HAD ITS AIRBAGS GO OFF AND A BADLY DAMAGED MOPED. WE’

Police respond to serious crash involving moped, SUV in Manchester

Maple and Valley streets in Manchester were back open Thursday morning after they were shut down following a serious crash involving a moped.According to Manchester police, the crash happened around 9 p.m. Wednesday near Gill Stadium.Video from the scene shows an SUV that had its air bags go off and a badly damaged moped.The people involved suffered serious injuries, police said. Other top headlines:Man charged after allegedly throwing Molotov cocktail into Deerfield home, threatening with machetePolice first learned NH boy was missing after half-brother born with drug-dependency, docs showGov. Chris Sununu decides against run for reelection

Maple and Valley streets in Manchester were back open Thursday morning after they were shut down following a serious crash involving a moped.

According to Manchester police, the crash happened around 9 p.m. Wednesday near Gill Stadium.

Video from the scene shows an SUV that had its air bags go off and a badly damaged moped.

The people involved suffered serious injuries, police said.

Jul 20

Tragic Ahmedabad Collision: Nine Dead and Thirteen Injured in Double Accident

Fatal Accidents Unfold on SG Highway

In a heart-wrenching incident early Thursday morning, nine lives were tragically lost and thirteen others were injured in a series of accidents on Ahmedabad’s bustling Sarkhej-Gandhinagar (SG) highway. The first accident occurred around 1:15 a.m. when an SUV collided with a stationary dumper truck at the ISKCON flyover, a notorious accident hotspot. The collision caused a chaotic scene as bystanders rushed to assist the injured, unintentionally creating a hazardous situation on the road.

Additional Tragedy Strikes as Luxury Car Crashes into Crowd

As emergency services attended to the victims, a speeding luxury car barreled into the crowd of onlookers and first responders, exacerbating the tragedy. Witnesses reported that the force of the impact propelled some individuals up to 25 feet from the accident site. This devastating sequence of events highlights the dangers of high-speed driving in accident-prone areas and underscores the need for improved road safety measures and awareness.

Jul 12

Moped operator taken to hospital after SUV collision in Lewiston

The operator of a moped was transported to Central Maine Medical Center after colliding with an SUV at College and Sabattus streets Wednesday morning, according to police.

Gregory Pontoo, 38, of Lewiston was driving his 50cc moped just before 10:50 a.m. Wednesday when he collided with a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan driven by Kalao Kilongozi-Huenga, 34, of Portland.

Pontoo was transported to CMMC with lower body injuries not considered life threatening, said Lewiston Police Lt. Derrick St. Laurent.

St. Laurent said as of 3:35 p.m., police were awaiting video evidence to determine who was at fault.

Jul 12

SUV Crashes into Home in South Wichita: Emergency Response

Incident Overview and Emergency Response

A dramatic incident unfolded in south Wichita when an SUV crashed into a house, sending shockwaves through the community. The accident occurred on Wednesday afternoon at approximately 2:30 p.m. in the 3000 block of E. Locust, leading to a swift response from the Sedgwick County Fire Department. Emergency crews were dispatched immediately to handle the situation.

Cause of the Crash

According to Captain Clint Reed of the Sedgwick County Fire Department, the driver experienced a sudden medical emergency, which caused the vehicle to veer off course and smash into a residential property. This unfortunate event led to considerable damage to the house, though thankfully, it was empty at the time. The situation could have been far more serious if the home had been occupied.

Injuries and Medical Care

Following the collision, the driver was rushed to the hospital in critical condition due to the severity of their medical condition and the crash’s impact. The passenger, who sustained only minor injuries, was also treated promptly. This event underscores the importance of emergency response readiness and highlights the unforeseen challenges that can arise on the road.

Jul 12

Major Turnpike Accident: SUV and Tractor-Trailer Collision Causes Widespread Disruption

Unexpected Traffic Snarl on Pennsylvania Turnpike

A severe collision early Wednesday morning involving a tractor-trailer and an SUV caused major disruptions on the Pennsylvania Turnpike’s Northeast Extension near the Lehigh Valley exit. The crash left the SUV perched perilously on the median barrier, drawing immediate emergency responses and significantly affecting the flow of traffic during the peak rush hour.

Comprehensive Traffic Impact and Investigation Underway

The collision, which occurred while the vehicles were heading southbound, affected traffic on both sides of the highway due to its location near the central barrier. The aftermath led to prolonged delays on the Turnpike itself and spilled over onto Route 22, causing headaches for morning commuters. State police are currently investigating the incident but have yet to determine the cause or report any injuries, continuing to assess the broader impacts of this disruptive event.

Jul 12

2 Hospitalized After Street Sweeper, SUV Crash In Oxford

Two women were injured when a commercial street sweeper hit an SUV in Oxford on Tuesday afternoon, The Connecticut Post reported. Emergency responders were called to the intersection of Oxford Road (Route 67) and Chestnut Tree Hill Road at 2:17 p.m.

A street sweeper had struck a Jeep Compass. One of the women was trapped in the SUV and needed to be extricated. Both women were transported to local hospitals.

Jul 12

North Carolina Deputies Injured as Driver Collides with Patrol SUVs Near Rocky Mount

Details of the Crash and Its Impact

On Monday morning, a driver caused a severe accident on the U.S. 64 bypass near Rocky Mount by crashing into a woman’s vehicle and a North Carolina deputy’s patrol SUV. The impact pushed the patrol SUV into a second one, both of which were equipped with flashing lights at the time. The Edgecombe County Sheriff’s Office reported that the driver was speeding and driving erratically, which contributed to the chain reaction of collisions.

Legal Consequences and Safety Measures

The driver, Reginald Leon Draughn, has been charged with multiple offenses, including reckless driving and violating the “move over” law, which mandates drivers to yield to emergency vehicles on the roadside. This law aims to prevent accidents like this by ensuring drivers exercise caution around emergency vehicles. Both deputies were treated for minor injuries at a local hospital, underscoring the critical importance of adhering to safety regulations while driving, especially in work zones.

Jul 12

Tesla Dashcam Captures Honda Flipping Over in Rear-End Collision

Dramatic Early Morning Accident Captured on Tesla Dashcam

A Tesla Model 3 driver, six months pregnant, experienced a harrowing moment early in the morning after dropping her husband off at the airport. While waiting for a traffic light to change at 4:30 a.m., her vehicle was rear-ended by a Honda that veered into her lane, causing the Honda to flip onto its roof before landing back on its wheels. Thankfully, both the driver, Mala Arguello, and her unborn child emerged unscathed, highlighting the resilience of human life over material possessions.

Investigation and Dashcam Insights

Despite the fortunate outcome, the aftermath was complicated. Mala Arguello had previously noticed the Honda stopped in the middle of an exit and witnessed it swerving erratically before the collision. Although the footage from the Tesla dashcam and another Tesla on the scene was reviewed, the police attributed the accident to the Honda driver possibly falling asleep, as their policy only mandates DUI investigations if alcohol is suspected and there are fatalities involved.

The Power of Dashcam Technology

Tesla’s dashcam feature has proven its value in documenting significant accidents, such as a recent incident where a Kia Soul was airborne after being struck by a runaway wheel. These recordings offer critical evidence in understanding and resolving road incidents, showcasing the growing importance of in-car camera systems in enhancing road safety and accountability.