Perrysburg, Ohio – The Toledo Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash on US 24 near SR 64 in Waterville Township, near Perrysburg in Lucas County. The crash occurred on Tuesday afternoon at approximately 4:07 p.m.
A 2006 Kenworth T800 was eastbound on US 24 driven by a 46 Oregon, Ohio man. A 1998 Isuzu Trooper driven by a 54-year-old man from Liberty Center, Ohio was also eastbound on US 24. The Liberty Center man reportedly failed to maintain an assured clear distance, and struck the rear trailer of the Kenworth.
The truck driver did not sustain any injuries as a result of the crash. The 54-year-old was taken by ground ambulance to Toledo Hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.
Alcohol does not appear to be a factor in the crash. Seatbelt use for the Liberty Center man are unknown at this time.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted on scene by Waterville Police Department, Waterville Township Police Department, and Waterville Fire Department. The crash remains under investigation.
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