Tragedy Strikes Michigan Boat Club as Driver Crashes into Birthday Party, Injuring Multiple Adults and Children
Multiple adults and children were injured after a driver crashed into a Michigan boat club where a birthday party was taking place, authorities say. The incident occurred at Swan Boat Club in the Charter Township of Berlin at around 3 p.m. on Saturday afternoon. According to a Michigan State Police spokesman, the driver of the vehicle was intoxicated at the time of the crash.
Monroe County Sheriff Troy Goodnough described the situation as a “tragic incident” in a statement to Fox News Digital. “Preliminary investigation reveals that a vehicle drove through a building where a children’s birthday celebration was taking place, seriously injuring a number of people, both children and adults,” the statement read. The victims have been transported to several area hospitals, although the exact number of injuries and any potential fatalities have not been confirmed by authorities.
In response to the incident, Swan Boat Club announced on Facebook that it would be temporarily closing. “In light of the emergency, please do not try to come to Swan Boat Club at the moment so emergency vehicles can get through,” the post stated. “At this time, the club is closed until further notice.”
The Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the incident, and authorities have not released any additional details at this time. The boat club asked for thoughts and prayers for those involved and thanked everyone for their concern and support.
As the community grapples with this tragic event, authorities are urging anyone with information about the crash to come forward. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.
