MSP First District

Traffic Alert: Troopers from the Monroe Post are currently on scene of fatal traffic crash involving a vehicle and pedestrian on southbound I-75 near Laplaisance Rd in Monroe Township, Monroe County. Southbound I-75 be closed between Elm Rd and Laplaisance Rd while troopers investigate the crash. Find another route and expect backups in the area. Additional information will follow.

🇺🇸We Will Never Forget. In memory of our fallen trooper who made the ultimate sacrifice on this day in 1999 Trooper Frederick A. Hardy November 27, 1962 - November 6, 1999 Tpr. Frederick A. Hardy died as a result of injuries sustained when he was struck by a passing motor vehicle. He was exiting his patrol unit to conduct a traffic stop during the early morning hours of Saturday, November 6, 1999. At 8:00 p.m. on Friday, November 5, 1999, he reported for duty at the Detroit Freeway Post. Trooper Hardy was assigned to work the midnight shift, 8:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., with partner Tpr. LaVern Willett. At approximately 12:30 a.m., Saturday, November 6, Troopers Hardy and Willett stopped a motor vehicle for speeding on eastbound I-96 between Livernois and Joy Road. The vehicle had been paced travelling 80mph in a 55mph zone. As Trooper Hardy exited the patrol vehicle to conduct the traffic stop, he was struck by a passing vehicle. The vehicle, also eastbound, had driven off the roadway, striking the side of the patrol unit. After striking the patrol unit, the vehicle continued eastbound striking Trooper Hardy. The stopped vehicle, occupied by two citizens, was not struck. The vehicle, after striking Trooper Hardy, continued eastbound on I-96, failing to stop at the crash scene. Lifesaving efforts were administered to the fallen trooper, who was transported to Detroit Receiving Hospital. Shortly after arriving at the hospital, Trooper Hardy was pronounced dead due to injuries sustained in the crash. The driver of the suspected vehicle, a 30-year-old male, was the only occupant of the vehicle. The Detroit Police Department arrested the suspected driver at approximately 2:30 p.m. on November 6, 1999, at his place of employment. They received a telephone tip leading them to the hit and run vehicle. The suspect’s girlfriend’s sister, from whom he had borrowed the vehicle, contacted the Detroit Police Department after hearing news reports about the crash and a description of the vehicle. The suspected driver of the vehicle was arraigned on November 9, 1999, in the 36th District Court in Detroit on the charges of Operating Under the Influence of Liquor (OUIL) Causing Death, Manslaughter With A Motor Vehicle, Driving With License Suspended (DWLS) Causing Death, DWLS Second Conviction, and Fleeing the Scene of an Accident Causing Death. Trooper Frederick A. Hardy was the 47th MSP officer to die in the line of duty.

ALERT: An emergency message related to the Fermi II Nuclear Power Plant in Monroe County, Michigan was accidentally sent out to opt-in subscribers of the Monroe County Everidge alert system this morning. The message has since been retracted. This was a drill. THERE IS NO EMERGENCY at Fermi II.

Happy Wednesday!! Wether whoever you voted for won or lost, at least our TV’s and phones wont be blowing up with political ads. Now that it’s over lets be nice to each other. Have a great day!! The weekend is almost here.

This week is Drowsy Driving Prevention Week. We are encouraging everyone to prioritize sleep and drive when they are alert and refreshed. Driving drowsy is responsible for thousand of car crashes each year and causing traffic deaths. Get the rest you need, and save a life.

Happy Monday! Reminder that all MSP posts will be closed on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, in observance of Election Day. Posts will reopen on Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. Don't forget to do your civic duty and vote. Have a great day!!

Don't Forget: Daylight Saving Time Ends! Before heading to bed Saturday night, November 1, remember to turn your clocks BACK one hour as daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 2. Enjoy that extra hour of sleep!!

On Friday, October 30, Trooper Jeff Schrieber of the MSP Brighton Post retired after 26 years of dedicated service to the Michigan State Police. A member of the 119th Trooper Recruit School, Tpr. Schrieber had a distinguished career as a K-9 handler. Thank you, Tpr. Schrieber, for 26 years of service and dedication to the people of Michigan. We wish you all the best in your well-deserved retirement

Happy Halloween! As you enjoy Halloween festivities, the MSP reminds everyone to keep safety in mind! Watch for the trick or treaters running in your neighborhood tonight. Avoid distractions in the car, and watch for kids crossing the road and walking near roadways. Have Fun!!

Michigan State Police Investigate Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash in Livingston County FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 31, 2026 Brighton Township, Livingston County – Michigan State Police troopers from the Brighton Post are investigating a fatal single-vehicle crash that occurred early Saturday morning on eastbound I-96 near US-23. At approximately 3:15 a.m. on October 31, troopers responded to the area after Livingston County Central Dispatch received an iPhone crash notification. Upon arrival, troopers located a Ford Focus hatchback in a ditch. The vehicle had overturned, and the driver, a 24-year-old man from Dexter, Michigan, was pronounced deceased at the scene. Preliminary investigation indicates the vehicle was traveling eastbound on I-96 when it left the roadway and entered the ditch. The circumstances surrounding why the vehicle left the roadway remain unknown. Alcohol is believed to have been a contributing factor in the crash. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone with information regarding this crash is asked to contact Trooper Douglas Ryan at the Michigan State Police Brighton Post at 810-227-1051.

Happy Friday!! Slow down and watch your speed. Stay off your phone while driving. Buckle up every trip, every time. Whether you're heading to work, running errands, or kicking off weekend plans, make smart choices behind the wheel. Safety is first. Have a great day!!

Motorist Killed While Checking Vehicle Damage After Striking Deer FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 28, 2026, BRIGHTON TOWNSHIP, Livingston County, Mich. — A 28-year-old Fenton man was killed early Wednesday morning after being struck by a box truck while outside his vehicle on westbound I-96 following a collision with a deer. At approximately 3:25 a.m. on October 28, troopers from the Michigan State Police Brighton Post responded to a vehicle-versus-pedestrian crash on westbound I-96, east of the US-23 interchange. Preliminary investigation indicates the man was driving a Ford Escape westbound on I-96 when he struck a deer. The driver did not move his vehicle to the shoulder and instead left it stopped in the right lane of travel before exiting, likely to inspect the damage. A westbound box truck traveling in the center lane moved into the right lane and approached the stopped Ford Escape. The truck driver swerved to the right to avoid the vehicle and struck the Ford's driver. The 28-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene. The box truck driver was not injured. Westbound I-96 was closed for a period of time while troopers investigated the crash but has since reopened. The investigation is ongoing.

It’s Wednesday!! Half way through the work week. As you head out the door don’t forget your sunglasses. Sun will be out and the weather warm. Remember to drive the posted speed limits, be nice to each other, and buckle up. Have a great day!

Great work by MSP Aviation locating an inmate who escaped from the Crawford County Jail.

NEWS RELEASE: Ypsilanti Man Arrested for Child Sexually Abusive Activity FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: October 27, 2026 WASHTENAW COUNTY, MICH. The Michigan State Police (MSP) Computer Crimes Unit, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force is announcing the arrest of Michael Paul Travers, 75 of Ypsilanti, for possession of child sexually abusive material and using a computer to commit a crime. Travers was arrested following an investigation which was initiated by the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) and the ICAC Task Force when it was learned that Travers may have accessed illicit content on the internet. A search of his residence resulted in digital evidence being seized. Travers was charged with two counts of child sexually abusive material – possession and two counts of using a computer to commit a crime. Travers was arraigned in the 14-A1 District Court of Washtenaw County on Friday, October 23. The MSP Computer Crimes Unit encourages parents to speak to their children about safe use of the internet. There are many resources available to assist in keeping children safe online. The NCMEC provides a comprehensive list of resources on their website at missingkids.org. The Michigan ICAC Task Force provides resources at michigan.gov/ICAC. If you have information regarding possible child sexual exploitation, report it to the CyberTipLine at report.cybertip.org/ ### MEDIA CONTACT: D/Sgt. Kenneth Weismiller, MSP Computer Crimes Unit, 517-331-0798

Happy Tuesday! Halloween is just around the corner. Kids are wearing their costumes to school and parties. Remember some costumes can make your child’s car seat too loose. Make sure you double-check those car seat belts and secure your babies in the car properly.

Twenty-Five Year Old Lansing Woman Killed In Two Vehicle Rear End Crash FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 25, 2026 SUMMERFIELD TOWNSHIP, Monroe County, Mich. – On Sunday, October 25, 2026, at approximately 2:37 a.m., troopers from the Michigan State Police (MSP) Monroe Post responded to a two-vehicle crash on Ida West Road near Summerfield Road. The preliminary on-scene investigation indicates that a westbound Ford Bronco, driven by a 40-year-old Monroe man, struck the rear of a westbound Ford Escape driven by a 27-year-old Tecumseh man. As a result of the crash, a 25-year-old female passenger from Lansing, who was riding in the Ford Escape, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two passengers in the Ford Bronco were released from the scene. The driver and an additional passenger of the Ford Escape were transported to Toledo Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Ida West Road was closed for several hours while the crash was investigated. Alcohol is suspected to have been a factor in the crash. The MSP Monroe Post was assisted by the MSP Traffic Crash Reconstruction Unit, Summerfield Township Fire Department, Monroe Community Ambulance, and the Monroe County Sheriff's Office. The investigation remains ongoing. Anyone who witnessed the crash or has information is asked to contact Trooper John Singstock at 734-242-3500.