Clark County officials responded to a serious traffic incident on Tuesday evening on Interstate 70 near milepost 69 in Pleasant Township. State troopers from the Springfield Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol arrived at the scene at 7:49 p.m. after receiving reports of a multi‑vehicle crash.
What happened
Investigators determined that a semi‑truck traveling eastbound had reduced speed to accommodate construction traffic in the lane. A Mitsubishi sedan following behind failed to stop in time and collided with the rear of the semi‑truck. The impact caused injuries to the occupants of the Mitsubishi.
Injuries reported
The driver of the Mitsubishi sustained minor injuries and was treated at the scene. An 82‑year‑old passenger in the same vehicle suffered serious injuries; emergency crews placed the passenger on an air ambulance, which transported them to Miami Valley Hospital for further care. The driver of the semi‑truck was not injured.
Response and investigation
Ohio State Highway Patrol officers secured the crash site, directed traffic around the incident, and began a thorough investigation to determine the exact cause of the collision. The troopers are reviewing dash‑cam footage, witness statements, and the construction zone’s signage to assess whether any additional safety measures are needed.
Impact on traffic
Because the crash occurred in the eastbound lanes, traffic was temporarily slowed while responders worked. Motorists were advised to use alternate routes or allow extra travel time. The highway patrol expects normal traffic flow to resume once the scene is cleared and any debris removed.
Community safety reminder
Local officials continue to urge drivers to remain vigilant in construction zones, maintain a safe following distance, and obey posted speed limits. The Ohio Department of Transportation regularly updates signage in work areas to help prevent similar incidents.
Anyone with additional information about the crash is encouraged to contact the Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Springfield Post.
Original reporting: WHIO-TV Dayton (local) — read the source article.
