CASS COUNTY, Mich. -- Deputies responded to a report of a motorcycle crash with a deer on Friday just after midnight, according to the Cass County Sheriff’s Department.

The crash occurred on White Street just west of Thompson Road in Howard Township.

Injured in the crash was a 51-year-old man from Niles, Michigan. He suffered mild injuries and was transported to Lakeland Hospital for treatment.

An investigation is currently underway.

The driver was not wearing a helmet and alcohol is listed as a possible factor in the crash, according to deputies.