GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — A driver hit a car they were attempted to pass in Kent County, causing both cars to overturn, the Michigan State Police confirm.
The crash happened on Aug. 18 around 10:05 p.m. on M-37 and 15 Mile Road near Sparta. Both lanes were closed for a period of time while crews cleaned the scene.
Police say a pickup truck was traveling on M-37, trying to overtake six vehicles at a high speed. The man who was driving crashed into a car he was attempting to pass, causing both cars to overturn.
The driver and passenger in the pickup were both not wearing seatbelts, and each sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The other driver who was struck was also minorly injured.
Police believe alcohol was a factor in the crash.
The crash is still under investigation pending lab analysis and a prosecutor's review for charges against the pickup's driver.
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