Categories: News

One person dead following vehicle crash in Ohio

OHIO — A fatal crash is under investigation after a vehicle overturned on Interstate 75 in Wood County Thursday afternoon.

According to the Bowling Green Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred at approximately 2:42 p.m. near milepost 178 in Portage Township.

A 2003 Mercury Mountaineer, driven by 24-year-old Makayla Lee of Sidney, was traveling northbound when the driver lost control, veered off the right side of the roadway, and rolled several times.

Lee, the vehicle’s sole occupant, was ejected and pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators noted that she was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash.

Responding to the scene were the Wood County Sheriff’s Office, Mid County EMS, Central Joint Fire Department, Ohio Department of Transportation, Wood County Coroner’s Office, and Wright’s Towing.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the incident and reminds all motorists to wear their safety belts.

Ohio Statewide Staff

Share
Published by
Ohio Statewide Staff
Tags: NewsOhio

Recent Posts

Body found in lake in Indiana, investigation underway

INDIANA — The body of a 47-year-old man was recovered from Engle Lake on Monday,…

2 minutes ago

One person dead after vehicle strikes moped in North Carolina

SOUTH CAROLINA — A South Carolina man died Saturday in a two-vehicle crash in the…

4 minutes ago

Silver Alert issued for missing person in Indiana

INDIANA — A statewide Silver Alert was issued Tuesday, Sept. 16, for 16-year-old Branson Claghorn,…

10 minutes ago

One person dead following motorcycle crash in Pennsylvania

PENNSYLVANIA — A fatal motorcycle crash on Tuesday morning temporarily closed part of Route 51…

13 minutes ago

One person found dead at Georgia jail, investigation underway

GEORGIA — The Bryan County Sheriff’s Office reported Monday evening that a detainee was found…

21 minutes ago

One person dead after vehicle strikes golf cart in Florida

FLORIDA — A 68-year-old man was killed Monday night after a pickup truck driven by…

25 minutes ago