Suspected drunk driver hospitalized after allegedly driving motorcycle off road

SANDUSKY – Jeremy Arvin, 42, of Sandusky, was hospitalized and cited on April 13 after he allegedly drove his motorcycle off the road while he was intoxicated.

According to a report from the Sandusky Police Department, the crash occurred while Arvin was driving westbound on Perkins Avenue. He drove off the roadway and crashed into a telephone pole, the report states.

According to the report, prior to the crash, police received a call about a male that appeared to be intoxicated riding a motorcycle in the area.

Following the crash, according to the report, Arvin couldn’t provide information about the crash to police, but did admit to having 3-4 alcoholic drinks that night. The report states that he appeared to have bloodshot eyes. Due to Arvin’s statements and appearance, police requested a blood sample; however, he refused to provide a blood sample for a test, the report states.

Arvin was cited for OVI refusal (M1) and no M/C endorsement (MM), due to his motorcycle endorsement expiring in 2021. He has had two prior OVI refusals in the past 20 years.

Arvin was transported to Firelands Regional Medical Center by the Sandusky Fire Department for suspected serious injuries.