Late-night crash results in fatality of Whittemore woman

An accident in Turner Township on East Bessinger Road, reported at approximately 12:30 a.m. on Aug. 6 resulted in the death of Margie Schmidt, 30, of Whittemore.

According to the Arenac County Sheriff's office, the vehicle driven by Schmidt overturned in a ditch, ejecting her. Alcohol is reportedly being considered a factor and the accident remains under investigation by the Arenac County Sheriff's office.

The Arenac County Sheriff's Office was assisted by the AuGres-Sims Police Department.

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