ELY TOWNSHIP, MI-- Charges could be pending against an Ishpeming man involved in an ATV crash in Ely Township.
The Marquette County Sheriff’s Office says the accident happened Wednesday around 6:30 p.m. on County Road 581 near County Road CPA. The 40-year-old driver was northbound when he lost control, left the shoulder to the right, and crashed into a wooded area in front of a residence.
The man was wearing a helmet. He was taken to Marquette General Hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
Deputies say the driver was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the crash. Charges of operating while intoxicated-3rd offense and driving with a suspended license will be sought with the Marquette County Prosecutor’s Office.
