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Montcalm County Man Thought He Hit Deer But Killed Person Instead

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A driver who thought he hit a deer will be charged in the death of a 20-year-old man.

Ronald Williams of Howard City has been charged with leaving the scene of an accident causing death.

Back on April 22, Tyler Helton of Sand Lake died, he was hit by a car while walking along the side of a road.

Williams called police after seeing news reports about the accident, telling them he though he hit a deer.

He is out on bond now, and could face up to 5 years in prison if convicted.