PETOSKEY— An 83-year-old man from Saginaw, Michigan, was struck by a vehicle in the parking lot of a Walmart in Petoskey on June 1, 2025, and later died from his injuries.
According to a June 3 news release from the Emmet County Sheriff’s Office, Donald Paul Mitas was hit by a vehicle driven by Erin Nichole Hay, 24, of Alanson, Michigan, and was transported to McLaren Hospital where he passed away on June 2.
Sheriff Matt Leirstein of the Emmet County Sheriff’s Office stated that drugs and alcohol do not appear to be factors in the accident.“We extend our deepest sympathies to the Mitas family during this difficult time,” said Sheriff Leirstein.
The Emmet County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the incident, which occurred at noon in the Walmart parking lot.The driver, Erin Nichole Hay, was uninjured in the incident.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses.
The investigation into the accident continues, with authorities working to determine the circumstances surrounding the tragic event.