Pelkie Man Killed in Crash

A Pelkie man was killed in a single-car crash Thursday afternoon in Adams Township.

State police investigators say the 53-year-old driver was westbound on M-26 entering Painesdale when he lost control on a curve, left the road, and hit a tree.

The driver was taken by Mercy Ambulance to UP Health System-Portage, where he was pronounced dead.

Troopers say alcohol and speed appear to have been factors in the crash, which remains under investigation. They did not release the name of the victim.

Troopers were also assisted by Adams Township First Responders and Fire Department, and
Superior Service Towing.