Peter Luea Obituary, Death Cause – A Lansing-area doctor has been identified as the jogger who was fatally struck by a pickup truck earlier this week in Kent County. The victim, 53-year-old Peter Luea of Dimondale, was out running on Monday, August 4, when the accident occurred. He was jogging along Lincoln Lake Avenue NE, just north of 16 Mile Road in Spencer Township, when he was hit by a pickup truck. Luea did not survive the impact.
Luea was a well-respected family physician at McLaren Greater Lansing Family Medicine North clinic. In response to his passing, McLaren released a statement expressing their sorrow and paying tribute to his life and career. “It was with profound sadness that we learned of the tragic passing of Dr. Peter Luea,” the statement read. “Foremost, our deepest and most sincere sympathies are with his family, loved ones, and those who worked closely with him.”
McLaren highlighted Dr. Luea’s dedication to his work, describing him as a compassionate and devoted physician who was deeply valued by his patients and respected by his colleagues. “Dr. Luea was beloved by his patients and committed his professional life to the noble calling of caring for those in our community. He will be remembered and mourned by the McLaren team and the many lives he served and impacted,” the statement continued.
As of Wednesday, Kent County sheriff’s officials confirmed that the crash is still under investigation. Sgt. Scott Dietrich of the sheriff’s department said that authorities are working to gather all the facts surrounding the incident, but no further details have yet been released to the public.
The loss of Dr. Luea has left a noticeable void in the medical community and among the patients he served. Those who knew him describe him as someone who gave his all to help others and made a significant difference in the lives of many.
The investigation into the circumstances of the crash remains ongoing.
