UPDATE: A woman from South Rockwood, Mich., is in critical condition following a shocking incident on Christmas Eve. Authorities from the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office report that the woman was struck by an SUV driver shortly after a brief conversation, prompting urgent investigations into the circumstances surrounding the accident.
The incident occurred just after 5:00 PM local time, when the woman, whose identity has not yet been released, approached the SUV parked on the side of the road. Eyewitnesses stated that the brief exchange seemed casual, but moments later, the driver accelerated, striking her and leaving her with life-threatening injuries.
Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with bystanders rushing to assist the victim. Emergency services arrived promptly, transporting her to a nearby hospital where she remains in critical condition.
Authorities confirmed that the driver remained at the scene and is cooperating with the ongoing investigation. “We are gathering all available evidence and speaking with witnesses to fully understand what happened,” a spokesperson for the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office stated.
This tragic event has left the South Rockwood community in shock as friends and family rally to support the victim. Local residents have expressed their concerns about traffic safety in the area, urging for more measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
As the investigation unfolds, authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story as authorities work to uncover the full details behind this critical incident.
