Mansfield, OH – Alyssa Pine, Hailey Thompson Killed in Crash on US-30
Mansfield, OH (July 1, 2020) – A two-vehicle collision in Mansfield left two people dead and three others injured on Tuesday, July 30. The collision occurred on US-30 at around 4 p.m. According to local sources, Hailey Thompson, 21, of Mount Gilead, Ohio crossed the centerline of the highway and collided head-on with another car driven by Alyssa Pine, 18, of Bloomville, Ohio.
According to reports from the Ohio Highway Patrol (OHP), both drivers were pronounced dead at the scene. Three other passengers in Pine’s vehicle, identified as Kale Herschler, 19, and Layne and Leah Vanderpool, both 18, were hospitalized for treatment after the accident. At this time, the cause of the collision is unknown.
OHP officials are currently investigating the cause of the crash.
We would like to offer our deepest condolences to the families of Alyssa Pine and Hailey Thompson at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Head-On Collisions in Ohio
Head-on crashes have a much higher fatality rate than other kinds of collisions. Despite only accounting for roughly 2% of reported crashes, head-on accidents account for nearly 10% of deadly accidents annually. According to the Federal Highway Administration, head-on crashes have a nearly 58% fatality rate.
The preventable death of a loved one can be a shattering and entirely traumatic experience. Wrongful death suits can be raised from careless acts, including a car crash, result in the death of a family member. Surviving family members should consult with an Ohio wrongful death lawyer who can help guide them through the process.
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