Suspected drunk driver arrested, 1 injured in wrong-way crash on Southfield Freeway

A suspected drunk driver was arrested following a wrong-way crash that resulted in one injury on the Southfield Freeway, according to Michigan State Police. The incident occurred early on Sunday, March 9, 2025, when a driver was reported traveling northbound in the southbound lanes near Joy Road in Detroit.

Troopers responded to reports of the wrong-way vehicle and witnesses alerted them to the crash shortly thereafter. Both drivers involved in the collision were reported to be alert at the time police arrived on the scene.

However, the passenger in the vehicle that was not at fault sustained injuries and was subsequently transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.

The driver of the wrong-way vehicle was arrested at the scene on suspicion of driving under the influence. The investigation into the incident continues as authorities gather more information.