Webberville, Michigan – Ingham County Authorities Identify Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Semi on I-96 as Timothy Meagher, 58
A tragic accident on Sunday afternoon has cast a somber shadow over the Webberville community, as authorities have confirmed the death of Timothy Meagher, 58, who was fatally struck by a semi-truck on Interstate 96 westbound, near the M-52 overpass in Ingham County.
According to a press release from the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office, emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene around 11:45 a.m. after receiving 911 calls reporting a pedestrian hit by a large commercial vehicle. Responders from both the Sheriff’s Office and the Northeast Ingham Emergency Services Authority (NIESA) arrived swiftly and located Meagher, who had sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding why Meagher was on the highway at the time of the incident. The driver of the semi-truck remained at the scene and is cooperating fully with investigators. Early indications suggest that no foul play or impairment on the part of the driver is suspected, though a full investigation is ongoing.
Traffic in the area was rerouted for several hours as investigators worked to reconstruct the scene and gather evidence. The Michigan State Police Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Division also responded to assist in examining the semi-truck and ensuring all protocols were followed.
Timothy Meagher, a longtime resident of the Webberville area, is remembered by neighbors and friends as a quiet and kind individual who lived a modest life. His unexpected death has deeply affected those who knew him, prompting an outpouring of condolences from across the tight-knit rural community.
“This is a heartbreaking incident,” said Sheriff Scott Wriggelsworth in a brief statement. “Our hearts go out to the Meagher family and to everyone impacted by this tragic event. We are working to provide them with answers while also supporting everyone involved.”
As of Monday morning, authorities have not determined what led to Meagher’s presence on the busy interstate, and it remains one of the key focuses of the ongoing investigation. Anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has dashcam footage from the area is asked to contact the Ingham County Sheriff’s Office.
The loss of Timothy Meagher is a sobering reminder of the dangers present on high-speed roadways, and has reignited discussions around pedestrian safety, particularly in areas not intended for foot traffic.
As the investigation continues, the community mourns a life lost far too soon. Plans for a memorial or public tribute have not yet been announced.
May Timothy Meagher be remembered with peace, and may his family find comfort during this time of sorrow.
