LIVINGSTON COUNTY, Mich. – A pickup truck driver was killed in a crash with a semi-truck on I-96 in Livingston County.
The crash occurred on Monday (Oct. 6) at 1:44 p.m. in the westbound area of I-96 and Mason Road in Howell Township.
Troopers from the Michigan State Police Brighton Post are investigating.
Preliminary investigation indicates that a 2025 Kenworth semi-truck with a trailer was traveling westbound on I-96 when the driver, a 39-year-old man from Jalisco, Mexico, slowed his vehicle and came to a complete stop due to traffic congestion.
Troopers said a 2019 Dodge Ram, driven by a 49-year-old man from Fowlerville, traveling westbound on I-96, then collided with the rear of the trailer.
Police said the driver of the pickup truck was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Officials said a 42-year-old passenger from Jalisco, Mexico, in the cab of the semi-truck was thrown from the bunk area and sustained minor injuries.
Police said the driver of the semi-truck was not injured.
Troopers said it didn’t appear alcohol or drugs were factors in the crash.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Motorists are advised to expect the roadway to remain closed while Troopers continue their investigation.