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- A 26-year-old woman died after her ATV struck a tree in Union Township, Michigan.
- She lost control after passing another vehicle; no helmet was worn.
- Alcohol is believed to be a factor; investigation ongoing.
What happened
On Friday night, around 9 p.m., a 26-year-old woman from Union City, Michigan, was operating an all-terrain vehicle westbound on Sullivan Road near Braucker Road in Union Township, Branch County. According to the Michigan State Police, she lost control of the ATV after passing another vehicle. The vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree. Despite life-saving efforts, the woman was pronounced dead at the scene. Officials reported that she was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash, and alcohol is believed to be a factor. The crash remains under investigation as of Sunday morning. Union Township is located approximately 40 miles southeast of Kalamazoo, Michigan. The incident highlights the dangers of operating ATVs without proper safety gear and the potential consequences of alcohol impairment. The investigation will likely focus on the circumstances leading to the loss of control, including speed, road conditions, and the role of alcohol. This tragic event underscores the importance of helmet use and sober operation of off-road vehicles.
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