DETROIT – Detroit police believe alcohol was a factor in a crash on I-96 that hospitalized multiple people.
According to authorities, the crash happened at about 3:30 a.m. near Telegraph Road. Police said a westbound vehicle was speeding and rear-ended another westbound vehicle.
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The driver of the vehicle struck had to be extricated by crews with the Detroit Fire Department using the Jaws of Life. The passenger in the rear-ended vehicle sustained serious injuries.
Police said the at-fault driver -- a 27-year-old from Southfield -- was impaired at the time of the crash and a warrant was sought for a blood draw. They are currently in police custody.
The passengers of the at-fault vehicle experienced minor injuries and are expected to be OK.
