A Stanwood woman is dead following a motorcycle crash involving a deer in Wheatland Township Sunday night.

Deputies from the Mecosta County Sheriff's Office say an investigation determined a 51-year-old Stanwood man and his 46-year-old wife were traveling west bound on 9-Mile Rd near 50th Ave, when a deer ran out in front the couple riding their motorcycle.  

The collision with the deer caused the man to lose control of his motorcycle and both driver and passenger were ejected from the bike.

The male driver suffered minor injuries, while the female passenger was pronounced deceased at the scene.