West Virginia

Brent Combs Killed in Accident at I-77 in Wood County, WV

Published on: July 17, 2023

Date of Accident
July 15, 2023
Victim's Name(s)
Brent Combs
Type of Accident
Commercial Truck
Alcohol/Drugs Suspected
No

Where it Happened

I-77, Parkersburg, Wood County, WV, USA

What Happened

Wood County Sheriff's Office authorities are investigating a crash that killed a man at I-77 in Wood County, WV on July 15th, 2023. Police say the incident happened around 2:18 p.m. Police say a brine truck is said to have left the roadway for unknown reasons. Investigators believe the cargo on the truck shifted as a result, causing the truck to overturn. The driver of the truck, identified as 40-year-old Brent Combs, suffered fatal injuries in the crash. Additional information was not available.

Additional Information

Investigating Officer or Authority
Wood County Sheriff's Office
Vehicles Involved
Tanker Truck
Road/Highway
I-77
Injuries Sustained

Fatal injuries

Apparent/Alleged Cause of Accident

Brine truck left the roadway before overturning

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