Crime & Safety
Cass County, MI Fatal Crash: 77-Year-Old Woman Killed Monday Oct 26
Cass County, MI – A 77 year old woman was killed Monday afternoon following a two vehicle crash at an intersection in Mason Township, prompting an investigation by the Cass County Sheriff's Office.
By Nolan Pierce · 2026-10-28T10:09:10.596Z
Cass County, MI – A 77 year old woman was killed Monday afternoon following a two vehicle crash at an intersection in Mason Township, prompting an investigation by the Cass County Sheriff 's Office.
According to Sheriff Clint Roach, deputies responded to the intersection of Mason Street and Calvin Center Road around 1:30 p.m. Monday, October 26, after receiving reports of a serious collision involving two SUVs.
Investigators identified the deceased driver as Elsie Levan, 77, who was operating a Nissan Rogue eastbound on Mason Street.
Authorities said Levan stopped at the intersection but failed to yield the right of way before proceeding.
Her Nissan was struck on the driver's side by a Toyota Highlander traveling southbound on Calvin Center Road.
The Toyota was driven by 38 year old Andrew Habich.
Levan sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators confirmed that both drivers were wearing seat belts at the time of the collision.
Authorities also reported that alcohol and drugs do not appear to have contributed to the crash.
The Sheriff's Office did not provide additional information regarding Habich's condition or whether he sustained injuries.
Emergency personnel from SEPSA Ambulance responded to assist deputies at the crash scene.
Michigan State Police and the Cass County Victim Service Unit also provided assistance.
The collision occurred in Mason Township, a rural community in Cass County in southwestern Michigan, near the Indiana state line.
The intersection of Mason Street and Calvin Center Road was identified by investigators as the location of the fatal crash.
Authorities have not announced any citations or charges related to the incident.
The Cass County Sheriff's Office released details of the collision Tuesday evening, October 27, confirming that the investigation remains ongoing.
No additional findings regarding the circumstances of the crash were included in the initial public notification.