Driver dies after crashing into multiple cars, causing SUV to catch fire, police say Man dies after crashing into cars, officials say
DETROIT – A driver died Monday morning after he crashed into multiple cars, causing his SUV to catch fire in Detroit , police said.
The crash happened before 9 a.m. Monday (Jan. 23) in the area of East Lantz Avenue and Irvington Street, according to authorities.
A man crashed into multiple cars in the area, and his SUV caught fire, officials said.
The man was taken to a nearby hospital with head injuries. He was pronounced dead when he arrived, police said.
Officials continue to investigate.
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