FULTON COUNTY, Ohio – A tragic three‑vehicle crash on Wednesday morning claimed the life of a Michigan resident and left another driver with serious injuries. The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) says the accident occurred just before 7 a.m. at the intersection of U.S. 20 and County Road 23 in Gorham Township.
What happened
According to troopers, 28‑year‑old Kurt Burgard of Blissfield, Michigan, was traveling north on County Road 23 when he failed to stop at the stop sign at U.S. 20. A 64‑year‑old man from Fayette, driving a pickup truck eastbound on U.S. 20, struck Burgard’s car. The pickup left the roadway and rolled onto a nearby field.
After the pickup’s impact, Burgard’s vehicle was pushed into the westbound lanes of U.S. 20. A 47‑year‑old woman from Lyons, operating a van, collided with Burgard’s car, sending it into a field. Burgard died at the scene.
Injuries and response
The pickup driver was taken to a Toledo hospital with serious injuries. The van driver sustained minor injuries and was not transported to a medical facility. OSHP officers are continuing their investigation into the crash.
OSHP safety reminder
In the wake of this tragedy, the Ohio State Highway Patrol reminds all drivers to obey traffic signs, especially stop signs, and to exercise heightened caution when entering intersections. Proper use of turn signals, reduced speed in residential areas, and attentive driving are essential to preventing similar accidents.
Community impact
Gorham Township residents expressed sorrow for the loss of a young life and concern for the injured. Local officials emphasized the importance of road safety education and urged community members to support one another during this difficult time.
Investigation continues
The OSHP has not released further details about the cause of the crash beyond the failure to stop at the stop sign. Authorities will review vehicle data, witness statements, and any available surveillance footage to determine whether additional factors contributed to the collision.
Anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to contact the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Original reporting: 13abc WTVG Toledo (news) — read the source article.
