Impaired Driver Arrested After Serious Injury on Southfield Freeway

A man was seriously injured while changing a flat tire on the northbound Southfield Freeway near Schoolcraft Road in Detroit after being struck by a Chevrolet Impala. The injured motorist had pulled over with his Dodge Caliber and was changing the tire while his wife remained inside the vehicle. The driver of the Chevrolet Impala, a 52-year-old man from Plymouth, showed signs of impairment and was arrested and taken to a hospital for a blood draw as part of the ongoing investigation. Michigan State Police emphasized the dangers of changing a tire on the freeway and strongly advised against driving impaired, urging people to call 911 for assistance or to move off the freeway before changing tires. This incident highlights the broader issue of pedestrian-vehicle crashes in Michigan, with Wayne County having the highest number of such crashes and fatalities in the state. Authorities continue to investigate the crash and remind drivers to prioritize safety and responsible behavior on roadways.