Driver loses control on icy US-23, hits Michigan State Police trooper

(Photo: MSP)

A driver hit a Michigan State Police trooper after losing control on northbound US-23 on Saturday night.

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The trooper was investigating a crash near Spencer Road in Livingston County at 10:36 p.m. when the driver, who was traveling too fast on icy roads, lost control. Police said the driver rear-ended trooper's vehicle and was issued a ticket.

The trooper suffered minor injuries and was treated released from a hospital. The driver who caused the crash was not hurt.