Rochester Hills Man Killed in Oakland County Crash

Three others left in critical condition after head-on collision on Lapeer Road.

Apr. 12, 2026 at 11:33pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a severely damaged car part, such as a twisted metal frame or shattered glass, lit by a harsh, direct camera flash against a pitch-black background, conceptually illustrating the grim aftermath of a fatal car crash.The aftermath of a fatal head-on collision on Lapeer Road exposes the tragic human cost of a mysterious crash.Rochester Hills Today

A 63-year-old Hazel Park man was driving a 2015 Ford Fiesta northbound on Lapeer Road when, for unknown reasons, his vehicle left the road, crossed the median, and struck a 2011 Lincoln MKX head-on, killing the 86-year-old driver of the Lincoln and leaving his wife and the driver and passenger of the Fiesta in critical condition.

Why it matters

This tragic crash highlights the importance of road safety and the need for further investigation into the cause, as alcohol, drugs, and speed do not appear to be factors. The incident has left a community in mourning and raises questions about potential infrastructure or driver behavior issues on Lapeer Road.

The details

According to police, the 63-year-old Hazel Park man was driving the Ford Fiesta northbound on Lapeer Road when, for an unknown reason, his vehicle left the road, drove through the median, and struck the southbound 2011 Lincoln MKX head-on. The driver of the Lincoln, 86-year-old Alfred Henry Young, was killed in the collision. Young's wife and the driver and passenger of the Fiesta were all left in critical condition.

  • The crash occurred on Saturday afternoon.

The players

Alfred Henry Young

The 86-year-old driver of the 2011 Lincoln MKX who was killed in the head-on collision.

63-year-old Hazel Park man

The driver of the 2015 Ford Fiesta that crossed the median and struck the Lincoln MKX head-on.

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What’s next

Authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, as alcohol, drugs, and speed do not appear to be factors.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for continued vigilance and safety measures on Michigan's roads, as even seemingly routine drives can have devastating consequences when something goes wrong.