On Friday October 27, 2023, at approximately 0328 Hours, the LaPorte County Regional Dispatch Center dispatched the Michigan City Police Department units along with Michigan City Fire Department and LaPorte County EMS, to the area State Road 212 and Tryon Road regarding a pedestrian that was struck by a motor vehicle in this area.
Upon arrival of emergency services, life saving measures were started on the victim of the crash.
LaPorte County Emergency Medical Services transported the victim to the Michigan City Airport where he was flown by Helicopter to a trauma facility.
Due to the nature of the crash, the Michigan City Police Department Traffic Division was called to the scene to assist.
At this time, the identity of the involved participants in this crash is being withheld until proper notifications are made. The Michigan City Police Department asks that anyone with information about this accident contact Corporal Brian Wright at 219-874-3221 ext. 1008 or bwright@emichigancity.com.
We would also like to remind the public that you can contact us via Facebook Messenger, through our crime tip hotline number of (219) 873-1488, or you can also call the WeTip Hotline for General Crime (800) 78-CRIME and possibly receive a reward upon an arrest and conviction. All WeTip call information is sent directly to the LaPorte County Prosecutor’s Office. You can always request to remain anonymous!
Also assisting at the scene were: the Michigan City Fire Department, LaPorte County EMS, Ace Towing, and Cloverleaf Garage.
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