Kenneth J. Smith Death – A fatal accident occurred in Menominee on Thursday, January 9, when a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle and later succumbed to his injuries. The Menominee City Police Department responded to the scene at 7:03 p.m. after receiving reports of the crash at the intersection of 10th Street and 38th Avenue. The pedestrian, 74-year-old Kenneth J. Smith, was identified as the victim.
The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the collision is ongoing, with both the Menominee City Police Department and the Michigan State Police Accident Investigation Division involved in the case. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the events leading up to the crash.
The response to the scene involved a coordinated effort from multiple agencies. In addition to the police departments, the Menominee City Fire Department, Aurora-Bay Area paramedics, Marinette EMS, and the Menominee County Sheriff’s Department Auxiliary all provided assistance. The Menominee County 911 Dispatchers also played a key role in managing the emergency response.
At this time, authorities are continuing to gather information as part of the investigation. While the exact cause of the crash has not been determined, the collaboration between local and state agencies is ensuring a thorough examination of the incident.