The incident occurred in Detroit, MI, involving a Southfield man and a disabled veteran in a wheelchair. This article explains what is known and how to request an official crash report.
DETROIT, MI - January 16, 2026
A Southfield man is facing felony charges following a hit-and-run incident in Detroit that resulted in the death of a disabled, homeless veteran in a wheelchair. The crash occurred on an unspecified date and location within the city. Details about the exact time and cause of the crash have not been released.
Key Facts
- Crash date & time: Not specified
- Location: Detroit, MI
- Type of crash: Hit-and-run
- Vehicles involved: Not specified
- Injuries / fatalities: 1 fatality
- Responding agencies: Not specified
- Source(s): The Detroit News
Crash Overview
The hit-and-run incident took place in Detroit, MI, involving a Southfield man who is now facing felony charges. The victim, a disabled, homeless veteran in a wheelchair, was killed in the crash. Specific details about the sequence of events leading to the crash have not been disclosed. The responding agencies have not been identified, and the investigation is ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident.
People Involved
The crash involved a suspect described as a Southfield man, who is currently facing felony charges for the hit-and-run. The victim was a disabled, homeless veteran in a wheelchair who tragically lost his life in the incident. Authorities have not released the names of those involved, and further details about any additional injuries have not been provided.