Livonia, Michigan, October 4, 2025
News Summary
A woman, Kimberly Hancock, is in critical condition following a horrific high-speed crash involving a fleeing driver at the Livonia/Redford border. The incident occurred when Dawone Cook Junior collided with Hancock’s vehicle while fleeing from police. Hancock, a mother of four and healthcare worker, suffered severe injuries that required surgery. Cook has been arrested and faces multiple charges. A GoFundMe page has been set up to assist Hancock’s family with medical expenses.
Livonia, Michigan – A woman is in critical condition following a high-speed crash involving a fleeing driver on Thursday evening at the Redford/Livonia border. The accident took place in the area of Plymouth and Inkster, where two vehicles collided, resulting in severe injuries to one of the drivers.
The injured woman has been identified as Kimberly Hancock, a healthcare worker and mother of four from Redford. Reports indicate that Hancock was traveling legally through a green light when she was struck by another vehicle. The driver of that vehicle, Dawone Cook Junior, was fleeing from police at an estimated speed of 100 miles per hour when he ran a red light and collided forcefully with Hancock’s white truck, splitting it in half.
Emergency responders rushed Hancock to the hospital with CPR in progress due to the severity of her injuries. She sustained a broken sternum, broken ribs, and significant intestinal damage that necessitated surgical removal of affected organs. While she was initially placed on a ventilator after the accident, Hancock has since been taken off it and is currently being treated in the ICU.
Cook attempted to flee the scene on foot but was apprehended shortly thereafter by police. He faces nine charges, including weapons charges, assaulting an officer, fleeing police, and leaving the scene of the accident. At the time of the crash, Cook was serving a federal probation term for previous weapons-related offenses and is currently held on a $750,000 bond.
Following the accident, questions have arisen regarding the safety in the area as Redford police have closed the intersection for an ongoing investigation. Further details have not been released about the incident as the investigation continues.
The collision resulted in the back half of Hancock’s truck catching fire and leaking gas, which then slid into a nearby Shell gas station parking lot. Fortunately, no injuries were reported at the gas station.
In light of Hancock’s severe injuries and the financial burden her family faces due to unexpected medical bills, a GoFundMe page has been established by a friend to provide support during this crisis.
This incident adds to concerns about reckless driving in the area, as it follows a hit-and-run crash in Redford Township earlier this year in which a motorcyclist was killed by a driver of a white Cadillac, who then fled the scene.
Summary of Events
- Accident location: Plymouth and Inkster, Livonia/Redford border.
- Injured: Kimberly Hancock, a healthcare worker and mother of four.
- Cause: High-speed crash involving Dawone Cook Junior fleeing police.
- Injuries: Hancock suffered severe injuries, currently in ICU.
- Cook’s status: Arrested, facing multiple charges including weapons and fleeing police.
- Community response: GoFundMe established to assist Hancock’s family.
FAQs
What happened in the high-speed crash involving a fleeing driver?
A woman was rushed to the hospital with CPR in progress after a crash at the Redford/Livonia border involving two vehicles. The accident occurred when a driver fleeing from police crashed into another vehicle.
Who is the injured woman and what are her injuries?
The injured woman is Kimberly Hancock, a healthcare worker and mother of four from Redford. She sustained a broken sternum, broken ribs, and intestinal damage that required removal.
What charges is Dawone Cook Junior facing?
Dawone Cook Junior is facing nine counts, including weapons charges, assaulting an officer, fleeing police, and leaving the scene of the accident.
What community support is being offered to Kimberly Hancock’s family?
A GoFundMe was set up by a friend of Hancock to help with her family’s unexpected medical bills following the accident.
Key Features of the Incident
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Plymouth and Inkster, Livonia/Redford border |
| Injured Person | Kimberly Hancock (mother of four, healthcare worker) |
| Driver Involved | Dawone Cook Junior |
| Nature of Incident | High-speed crash while fleeing police |
| Injuries | Broken sternum, ribs, and vast intestinal damage |
| Arrest Status | Arrested, held on $750,000 bond |
| Community Action | GoFundMe established for medical bills |
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Additional Resources
- Fox 2 Detroit: Livonia Family Opens GoFundMe
- Wikipedia: Traffic Collision
- WXYZ: Redford Township Police Searching for Suspect
- Google Search: Redford Township motorcycle accident
- Hometown Life: Redford Supervisor Kobylarz Hospitalized
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Crime
- Fox 2 Detroit: Hit-and-Run Driver Kills Motorcyclist
- Google News: Hit-and-Run Redford Township
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