62-year-old man Killed by alleged drunk driver while crossing the street
(FOX 2) - Police have confirmed that one is dead after a pedestrian accident that happened Saturday evening around 8:40 p.m. in the area of Van Dyke and East Seven Mile Road.
Authorities say the suspect, a 30-year-old male, was traveling southbound on Van Dyke at East Seven Mile in his Chrysler Pacifica when he hit the victim, a 62-year-old man, who was entering the roadway.
After striking the victim, the driver lost control and crashed into a tree.
First responders arrived to the scene and attempted to resuscitate the victim. He died on the scene.
The driver was arrested for operating a vehicle while intoxicated.