Warren Man Killed During Driving Lesson With Daughter [WARREN, MI]

A 62-year-old Warren man was fatally struck by a vehicle Sunday afternoon, September 27, 2026, while teaching his 18-year-old daughter how to parallel park on Warner Avenue in Warren. Police are investigating the crash and asking anyone with information to come forward.

According to Warren police, the crash occurred around 4 p.m. in the 24000 block of Warner Avenue. The man was standing outside the vehicle while his 18-year-old daughter practiced parallel parking when she struck him and dragged him a short distance before coming to a stop.

Emergency personnel responded and transported the victim to a nearby hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Police said drugs and alcohol are not suspected as factors in the crash. The daughter is fully cooperating with investigators.

Detectives are asking anyone with information about the crash to contact Detective Jason Vandervord with the Warren Police Department at 586-574-4741.

What Those Involved May Want to Know

When a person is killed in a vehicle crash involving a family member, the legal and insurance questions that follow can be particularly difficult to navigate. The family relationship does not necessarily prevent insurance benefits or a potential civil claim, but the available options depend on the circumstances of the crash and the applicable insurance coverage.

Under Michigan’s wrongful death statute, MCL 600.2922, a wrongful death action may be available when a death results from another party’s wrongful act, neglect, or fault. Whether a wrongful death claim may apply here will depend on what the investigation establishes about the circumstances of the crash.

Michigan’s no-fault system may provide certain benefits following a fatal motor vehicle crash, depending on the circumstances and applicable insurance coverage. Other potential claims may also depend on the terms of the relevant policies and what the investigation establishes about how the crash occurred.

Because the driver and victim were family members, questions about available coverage may be especially important. An auto accident attorney can review the applicable insurance policies, determine what benefits or coverage may be available, and explain the family’s options.

Seeking legal guidance in a crash involving a family member does not necessarily mean pursuing an adversarial case against that person. It can help the family understand available insurance coverage and the legal options that may exist.

If your family has lost someone in a crash in Warren or anywhere in Macomb County, our team may be able to help. To speak with a Michigan personal injury attorney, contact us today.