Detroit, MI (October 10, 2023) - An accident on the Lodge Freeway in Detroit on Tuesday night claimed the life of a 21-year-old and left another in serious condition.

Reports of a rollover incident obstructing southbound Lodge Freeway traffic at West Outer Drive in Detroit reached the Detroit Regional Communication Center at about 11:15 p.m. on Tuesday, October 10.

Michigan State Police said a preliminary investigation shows the suspect, a 34-year-old Warren resident, was speeding before the collision.

A 21-year-old Detroit resident who was riding as a passenger in the impacted car was declared deceased at the site. Another passenger was seriously hurt in the accident.

The state police have said that they suspect drugs and/or alcohol had a role in this collision. The law enforcement is attempting to get a search warrant to conduct a blood test.

The investigation is on hold pending the outcomes of a blood test and the evaluation of the prosecutor.

Our sincere condolences are with the deceased victim's family. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their loved ones in the meantime.