On Sunday, Apr. 27 at approximately 9:34 a.m., Mecosta County Sheriff's Office Deputies were dispatched to a two-vehicle crash on 8 Mile Rd. near Old State Rd.

The investigation found that a 47-year-old male and female from Rockford were rear-ended by a 25-year-old male from Fruitport while waiting to turn into a gas station. The Rockford female was transported to the Big Rapids Corewell Health Hospital for minor non life-threatening injuries. All other occupants reported minor injuries not requiring medical treatment. 

Deputies were assisted by Meceola Central Dispatch, Mecosta County EMS, Mecosta Township Fire, and Big Rapids Towing.