Benzie County, MI (September 6, 2024) – A 23-year-old Mesick man is in critical condition following a collision with a semi-truck on Thursday, September 5. The crash occurred when the man, traveling northbound on Bendon Rd, failed to yield to traffic on U.S. 31.
As he attempted to cross U.S. 31, a westbound semi-truck driven by a 61-year-old Manton man struck his vehicle. The semi-truck driver received treatment at the scene and was released.
Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision and will provide more details as the inquiry continues.