Fatal Crash
Sheriff Richard J. Behnke, reports that on 11/14/2020 at approximately 2105 hours his office was called to investigate a personal injury crash near the intersection of M-40 and Dutch Settlement, in Marcellus Township, Cass County Michigan.
Investigation shows that 69-year-old, Marcellus Michigan resident, Stanley Bridges and 70-year-old passenger, Dana Horner, were traveling northbound on M-40 near Dutch Settlement. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. Both occupants in the vehicle succumbed to the injuries on scene.
Seat belts are not believed to be worn. Alcohol and/or drugs do appear to be a factor. This crash remains under investigation.
Assisting in this crash was Newberg Township Fire and EMS, Marcellus Township Fire and EMS, SEPSA EMS, and Michigan State Police.
Address/Location
Cass County MI Sheriff's Office
321 Michigan 62
Cassopolis, MI 49031
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 269-445-1560