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Texas man visiting family in Michigan killed in crash

Authorities do not believe drugs or alcohol were involved in the crash.

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SUPERIOR TOWNSHIP, Mich. – A 56-year-old man from Texas was killed in a Washtenaw County crash.

It happened early Sunday, Sept. 22, near the Ford Road exit of westbound M-14 in Superior Township. According to authorities, the man was attempting to exit the freeway, drove into a ditch and struck multiple trees.

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Michigan State Police troopers responding to the scene found the man dead in the passenger seat just after 4:30 a.m.

Police said the man was returning home to Austin, Texas after visiting family in Michigan. They do not believe drugs or alcohol were involved.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Michigan State Police at 810-227-1051.


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