Ohio

Lurie Chetrusca Killed in Accident at I-75 in Botkins, OH

Published on: September 5, 2024

Date of Accident
September 4, 2024
Victim's Name(s)
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-75, Botkins, OH, USA

What Happened

Ohio Highway Patrol officials are investigating a crash that killed a man at I-75 in Botkins, OH on September 4th, 2024. Police say the incident happened around 3:08 p.m. According to investigators, a tractor-trailer was northbound before it was struck from the rear by a second tractor-trailer. The impact is said to have caused at least one of the trucks to catch fire. One person involved, identified as 43-year-old Lurie Chetrusca, was fatally injured. Authorities say one driver was hospitalized with alleged minor injuries. Additional inforamtion was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Ohio State Highway Patrol
Vehicles Involved
Tractor-Trailer
Road/Highway
I-75
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Tractor-trailer collided with a second tractor-trailer

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