Three ejected, five hospitalized in Ionia County I-96 crash

Ionia County deputies reported a single-vehicle crash on I-96 east of Portland that resulted in five people being hospitalized with serious injuries. The incident occurred around 7 a.m. On the westbound lanes near Clintonia Road in Danby Township on November 8, 2026.

The driver lost control of the vehicle and struck a ditch, causing the car to roll multiple times before landing upright. Three occupants were ejected from the vehicle, and deputies noted that only one passenger appeared to be wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.

Deputies determined the driver by reviewing a Snapchat video shared before the accident, despite all occupants initially denying responsibility. Investigators believe speed and alcohol were contributing factors, and all those involved were between 19 and 27 years old and from the Grand Rapids area.

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