The Marshall County Prosecutor’s Office announced today the sentencing of 23-year-old Marshall County resident, Karzdon McCrammer.
McCrammer was charged after the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department responded to a single car crash on New Year’s Day of 2025 that left McCrammer’s passenger paralyzed. Today, McCrammer plead guilty to one count Operating a Motor Vehicle While Intoxicated (OVWI) Causing Serious Bodily Injury as a Level 5 felony in an argued sentencing in Marshall Superior Court II. Level 5 felonies carry a potential penalty of 1 to 6 years in the Indiana Department of Correction.
The case was tried by Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Ashley Lowe and Defense Counsel Scott Pejic before the Honorable Judge Matthew T. Aldridge in Marshall Superior Court II. After hearing evidence, testimony, and argument from the State and Defense, including a compelling victim impact statement, Judge Aldridge sentenced McCrammer to 5 years—2 years to be served in DOC, 2 years to be served in Marshall County Community Corrections, and 1 year to be served on reporting probation. McCrammer will also have to complete 100 hours of community service, complete the Marshall County Drug and Alcohol Program (MCDAP), pay a $1,000 fine, and will have his driver’s license suspended for 2 years.
Of the sentencing, Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Ashley Lowe said, “While nothing will ever restore the victim’s ability to walk, and while nothing the Court can render will ease her pain, I hope today’s sentencing of the man who altered her life forever is of some consolation. I also hope today’s sentencing serves as a clear warning to anyone who may be thinking of getting behind the wheel after having a few drinks—actions have consequences in Marshall County.”
The Marshall County Prosecutor's Office would like to thank the Marshall County Sheriff’s Department for their work on the case, as well as the friends and family of the victim who came to support her today.
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