Two Pedestrians Struck And Killed Crossing The Street In Multiple Car Crash In Canton

CANTON, MI — Two pedestrians were killed while crossing the street in a three car crash in Canton, according to a news release.

Canton Police were dispatched to the area of Lotz Road and Michigan Avenue at 5:53 p.m. Police say a 54-year-old Westland resident and a 45-year-old Inkster resident were crossing Michigan Avenue when the 54-year-old pedestrian was reportedly struck by a dark blue or black Dodge Caravan (or similar vehicle) which briefly stopped at the scene before taking off. The 54-year-old was then was hit by a Buick Lacrosse, which did stop. The 45-year-old pedestrian was struck by a Ford Expedition, which also remained at the scene.

The 54-year-old pedestrian died at the crash site and the 45-year-old was transported to St. Mary's Hospital in Livonia, where he later passed away. No injuries were reported by the drivers or passengers of the vehicles which stopped.

Police are searching for the driver of the dark blue or black 2013-2016 Dodge Caravan. Witnesses described the hit and run driver as a Middle Eastern male, approximately 36-40-years-old and clean-shaven with short black hair. He was wearing a dark, possibly black suit with a red tie. If you have any information, please call the Canton Township Police Department at 734-394-5400.

The crash is currently being investigated by the Canton Police Department’s Accident Investigation Team.

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