On Monday, Apr. 14 at approximately 7:40 p.m., a multi-vehicle accident occurred in Howard City near the Dairy Bear ice cream shop.

According to a report from the Michigan State Police - Sixth District, preliminary findings indicate that a vehicle was traveling southbound on Ensley St. and turned into the path of an oncoming truck. The collision caused the truck to veer through the outdoor seating area of the Dairy Bear, striking two parked cars before coming to a stop.

An 12-year-old child, who was waiting in line, was struck by the truck and rushed to the hospital. The child's condition is currently unknown at this time. Four others sustained injuries of varying severity and were also transported for medical care.

Troopers from the Michigan State Police Lakeview Post are further investigating the incident.