Royal Oak Township, MI (September 7, 2023) – A man is in custody, accused of running over his ex-partner with his car in Royal Oak Charter Township.

Michigan State Police said the woman was walking in the area of Cloverdale and Wyoming Avenues around 7:15 a.m. Wednesday morning when the suspect ran her over with his car.

The suspect, a 25-year-old man, then got out of the car and allegedly assaulted the victim, according to Michigan State Police troopers.

He fled the scene in this vehicle, and paramedics rushed the woman to the hospital. The Second District Fugitive Team apprehended the man on Thursday, State Police said.

The victim’s current condition is unknown, and officers are still looking into the incident at this time.

Our thoughts go out to the injured woman and her family.

Pedestrian Collisions in Michigan

The hit-and-run statutes and other related regulations in Michigan make it unlawful to flee the site of an Accident without providing aid to wounded parties. A person might face up to 15 years in jail and a fine of $10,000 if they cause an accident that ends in death and then try to escape the scene. If the other motorist flees the scene of the accident, you should still call the police and your insurance company.

The state of Michigan defines a hit-and-run accident as one in which a driver is accused of causing an accident but flees the scene without giving their identity or identifying themselves.

Anyone wounded in a hit-and-run in Michigan has 24 hours from the time of the occurrence to file a complaint. You should also report the occurrence to your own no-fault auto insurance company.

Within the time frame stated by your policy, you must report the incident to your insurance carrier. The policyholder’s insurance coverage might be canceled if they fail to comply. What’s more, if you’ve been hurt in such an accident and are struggling to pay your obligations because of medical expenses or time off work, you should apply for no-fault benefits as quickly as possible to ensure you receive the money you’re owed.

No matter the details of your accident or the magnitude of your losses, a personal injury attorney in Michigan can help you gather the evidence you need and navigate Michigan’s complicated legal system.

If you’re confused after dealing with the stressful aftermath of a crash and need help figuring out what to do next, hiring a lawyer is a must. Our lawyers at Christopher Trainor & Associates will fight tirelessly for your rights if you or a loved one in Royal Oak Township, Michigan, has been the victim of a wrongful death. Please call our office at 248-886-8650 if you need to speak with an attorney immediately.

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