Wrong-way crashes on US-131 spark calls for improved safety measures.
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A wrong-way crash on US-131 in Grand Rapids resulted in the death of a 63-year-old man, just hours after a separate wrong-way crash in Grand Haven. Paul Yon, whose daughter was killed by a drunk driver going the wrong way on 131, believes that the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) needs to do more to prevent such crashes, including installing wrong-way lights and lowering signs. Yon also called for stricter penalty laws and for people to make better decisions. The Michigan State Police encourage drivers to use caution and not drink and drive.
Topics:nation#drunk-driving#michigan-department-of-transportation#penalties#prevention#traffic-safety#wrong-way-crashes
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