ATV rider strikes utility pole in Lewis County; sent to SUNY Upstate Medical Center

MARTINSBURG- An ATV rider was flown to a regional hospital after wrecking an ATV over the weekend in Lewis County.

It happened on Sunday. Investigation via the Sheriff’s Office suggests that Christopher Peck, 40, of Martinsburg, NY was riding his four-wheeler near his home on the Tiffany Road.

According to police, Peck struck a utility pole. He was originally taken to Lewis County General Hospital before transport via helicopter to SUNY Upstate Medical Center.

Specific injuries were not described by emergency personnel.

There were no further details available as of press time.

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