Automobile/Injury Accident

Quick Tip: Dial 911 and report incident immediately.

IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING INJURED PASSENGER OR A PEDESTRIAN:

  • Dial 911 and report incident immediately. Inform dispatch of the extent of injuries and number of people involved.
  • Do not move injured person or vehicles.
  • Request all persons and witnesses involved remain at the scene until police arrive.
  • If driver of vehicle leaves the scene:
    • Document license plate number and description of vehicle.
    • Document the driver’s description.

IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING PERSONAL PROPERTY ONLY:

Dial 911. Report immediately when:

  • One or more vehicle(s) is (are) blocking traffic.
  • Driver of vehicle is leaving the scene.
    • Document the license plate number and description of vehicle.
    • Document the driver’s description.
  • Downed utility wire.
  • Other threats which may involve injury.

DIAL (231) 777-0545 FOR NON-EMERGENCY WHEN:

  • Accident occurred within a parking lot.
  • Minor accident on roadway. Vehicles are not blocking traffic or can be moved safely out of traffic.