Woman, 70, Hit by Pickup Truck in Hudsonville

Victim hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck on sidewalk

Mar. 31, 2026 at 6:22pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a damaged car side mirror or broken glass from a vehicle collision, conveying the stark, gritty aftermath of a pedestrian accident through dramatic lighting and texture.A recent spate of pedestrian collisions in Hudsonville has exposed the need for greater driver awareness and safety measures to protect vulnerable road users.Hudsonville Today

A 70-year-old woman from Hudsonville, Michigan was seriously injured when she was hit by a pickup truck while walking on the sidewalk. The incident occurred on Tuesday around 11:45 a.m. on Balsam Drive near Winter Street, when the pickup truck was pulling out from a private driveway and struck the pedestrian. The woman was transported to the hospital via ambulance to receive treatment for her serious injuries, while the 62-year-old driver of the pickup truck was unharmed.

Why it matters

Pedestrian safety is an ongoing concern in many communities, especially for vulnerable road users like the elderly. This incident highlights the need for drivers to exercise caution when entering or exiting private driveways, where pedestrians may be present on the sidewalk.

The details

According to the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office, the pickup truck was pulling out from a private driveway when it struck the 70-year-old woman who was walking on the sidewalk across the driveway entrance. The woman sustained serious injuries and was transported to the hospital, while the 62-year-old pickup truck driver was uninjured.

  • The incident occurred a little before 11:45 a.m. on Tuesday, March 31, 2026.

The players

70-year-old Hudsonville resident

The pedestrian who was struck by the pickup truck and sustained serious injuries.

62-year-old Hudsonville man

The driver of the pickup truck who struck the pedestrian but was uninjured.

Ottawa County Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

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What’s next

The crash remains under investigation by the Ottawa County Sheriff's Office.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of drivers being vigilant and yielding to pedestrians, especially in areas with high foot traffic like residential neighborhoods. It also highlights the vulnerability of elderly pedestrians and the need for continued efforts to improve road safety for all users.