Two Killed In Ishpeming Traffic Accident

    417
    GLR News Update
    GLR News Update

    Ishpeming, MI – (Great Lakes Radio News) – Two people were killed in a two-vehicle crash last night in Ishpeming.

    Police say 81-year-old Peter Ruokala of Ishpeming was driving a 2004 Chevrolet sedan and attempted to turn onto Lakeshore Drive from the westbound US-41 turning lane just after 6:00 p.m.

    His car crossed into the path of an eastbound 2005 Chrysler minivan, driven by 70-year-old Allen Basto of Ishpeming.

    Ruokala was taken to UP Health System-Bell and was pronounced dead.

    Basto was taken to UP Health System-Marquette and was last listed in stable condition.

    A passenger in the van, 72-year-old Karen Basto of Ishpeming, was transferred to UP Health System-Marquette and died from her injuries.

    The accident remains under investigation.

    LEAVE A REPLY

    Please enter your comment!
    Please enter your name here