Ohio

James P. Wetzel Injured in Accident at US Route 23 in Marion County, OH

Published on: August 7, 2024

Date of Accident
August 5, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

U.S. 23, Columbus, Marion County, OH, U.S.

What Happened

Ohio State Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that injured at least one person at US Route 23 in Marion County, OH on August 5th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 2:10 p.m. According to investigators, a semi-truck traveling northbound was slowing to turn right as a second truck entered onto a berm while attempting to avoid a collision. Reports say the vehicle collided with a motorcycle before exiting the road and hitting a stop sign and entering into a ditch. Officials say 79-year-old James P. Wetzel was hospitalized with undisclosed injuries. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Semi-Truck, Passenger Car, Motorcycle
Road/Highway
US Route 23
Injuries Sustained

Serious injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Commercial truck collided with a motorcycle and Ford Taurus

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