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Sheriff Richard J Behnke reports that his office responded to the area of Dailey Road North of Coulter Street in Jefferson Township Cass County MI, for a reported 2 vehicle crash. The investigation shows that a south bound vehicle driven by Julie Hoven (37) from Edwardsburg, Michigan attempted to pass another south bound vehicle driven by Melanie Greenleaf (22) from Dowagiac, Michigan in a no passing zone. The vehicles collided with each other while Hoven was attempting to pass.  Melanie Greenleaf was transported to the hospital by Pride Care EMS for minor injuries sustained in the accident. Deputies were assisted on scene by Pride Care EMS. Seatbelts were worn. Drugs and alcohol do not appear to be factors in the accident.