Michigan State Police cruiser struck overnight on I-696

A Metro North trooper conducted a traffic stop on westbound I‑696 near Woodward Avenue. After completing the stop he observed a Honda traveling directly toward his patrol car. To avoid being hit,  he ran across the freeway. After the Honda passed him he got in his patrol car and stopped the Honda on. westbound I‑696 just before Main Street. While speaking with the driver of the Honda, a Kia approached at a high rate of speed and struck the patrol car.