An incident in Southfield, MI, resulted in the death of a disabled veteran in a wheelchair. The suspect is facing felony charges. Learn more about the crash and how to obtain an official report.
SOUTHFIELD, MI - January 15, 2026
A tragic hit-and-run incident occurred in Southfield, Michigan, leading to the death of a disabled, homeless veteran who was in a wheelchair. The crash happened on Thursday, January 15, 2026, although the exact time and location have not been disclosed. A Southfield man is facing felony charges in connection with the incident.
Key Facts
- Crash date: Thursday, January 15, 2026
- Location: Southfield, MI
- Type of crash: Hit-and-run
- People involved: Disabled, homeless veteran (deceased); Southfield man (suspect)
- Fatalities: 1
- Source: The Oakland Press
Crash Overview
The crash occurred on January 15, 2026, in Southfield, Michigan. A disabled, homeless veteran in a wheelchair was tragically killed in a hit-and-run incident. The suspect, identified as a Southfield man, is currently facing felony charges related to the crash. Details regarding the exact sequence of events, the vehicles involved, and the specific location of the crash have not yet been released. Emergency response details and the agencies involved in the investigation have also not been disclosed at this time.
People Involved
The victim of the crash was a disabled, homeless veteran in a wheelchair, who unfortunately succumbed to injuries sustained in the incident. The suspect in the case is described as a Southfield man. Authorities have not released the names of those involved, nor have they provided additional details about the suspect's age or any other injuries that may have occurred.