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Teen driver in serious condition after crash that closed down US 131

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Posted at 7:36 PM, Sep 11, 2022
and last updated 2022-09-11 22:36:55-04

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — An 18-year-old from Grand Rapids suffered serious injuries after a crash that shut down southbound US 131 for over an hour.

Michigan State Police say that the female driver lost control of her vehicle and struck a traffic attenuator. The car rolled, ejecting the driver.

Troopers say that she has been taken to the hospital in critical condition.

Michigan State Police said earlier that troopers worked the scene of a rollover crash at southbound US 131 at Leonard St.

Only one car was involved, troopers say.

Traffic was rerouted at Leonard Street. Troopers advised drivers to seek alternative routes.

Grand Rapids Police also assisted MSP at the scene.

The above image is courtesy of Michigan Department of Transportation.

This is a developing story. FOX 17 will update when information becomes readily available.

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