On Monday, January 16, 2023, at approximately 8:51 a.m., Calhoun County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to K Drive S near 6 Mile Road in Newton Township for a single vehicle personal injury accident.
A 72-year-old female from Burlington Township went off the roadway on K Drive South and struck a tree. She sustained significant injuries from the accident and deputies on scene attempted lifesaving measures. She was transported to Bronson Hospital in Kalamazoo and was later pronounced deceased by medical staff.
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office was assisted by LifeCare and Newton Township Fire Department.
The Calhoun County Sheriff's Office Accident Reconstruction Team is investigating the accident. Please contact the Calhoun County Sheriff's Office at 269-781-0880 or Silent Observer at 269-781-9700 if you witnessed the accident or have any further information.
