Police investigate Attempted Murder in Chippewa County

On June 26, 2023, troopers from the Sault Ste. Marie Post were dispatched to a report of a male subject holding his ex-girlfriend against her will.

The investigation revealed a 48-year-old Sault Ste. Marie man had allegedly gone to a place he knew the victim would be, waited for her and then restrained her in a residence against her will using a firearm. During the altercation, the suspect committed additional felonious acts against her. The victim was able to contact family members close by. Troopers in the area were able to locate a vehicle the suspect was in. A traffic stop was initiated, and the suspect was taken into custody.

The suspect, Jason Mcrorie, was charged with several felonies including assault with intent to murder, criminal sexual conduct 1st degree, kidnapping, home invasion 1st degree, assault to do great bodily harm by strangulation, and several weapons offenses.

He was arraigned in the 91st District Court in Sault Ste. Marie on 6/27/23 and a 1 million dollar cash bond with conditions was set. He is currently lodged in the Chippewa County Jail. Troopers were assisted by UPSET, MSP Emergency Services Team, and the Sault Ste. Marie City Police. Mr. McRorie is innocent until proven guilty.