Pleasant, OH – Matthew Dildine & Melissa Dingess Killed in Crash on US-23
Pleasant, OH (July 21, 2020) – A fatal crash resulted in two deaths on Thursday, July 16. According to local sources, the crash took place outside of Pleasant Township on US-23 near milepost seven. Emergency responders and officials from the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) responded to the scene at around 4:10 p.m. that afternoon.
According to initial reports, 26-year-old Joshua S. Dingess was traveling southbound on the highway when he lost control of the vehicle, and the car traveled off the roadway near Pleasant Township. The 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier struck a tree before overturning into a nearby ditch.
According to local reports, two occupants inside the vehicle were killed in the crash. It was confirmed that 42-year-old Matthew E. Dildine was trapped inside the car following the crash. Another occupant, 26-year-old Melissa Dingess, was ejected from the car during the impact. Melissa Dingess was transported by ambulance to Marion General Hospital where she was later pronounced dead by attending medical staff. Dildine was pronounced dead at the scene by the Marion County Coroner’s office.
The driver of the vehicle was first taken to Marion General Hospital and then transported to Grant Medical Center for the treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. According to initial reports, neither Joshua nor Melissa Dingess was wearing seatbelts at the time of the accident.
No further updates on the crash are currently available. An ongoing investigation into the accident is being managed by local law enforcement officials.
We would like to extend our deepest condolences to the families of Matthew E. Dildine and Melissa Dingess at this time. Our thoughts are with the injured victim and his family in hopes of a full recovery.
Deadly Car Accidents in Marion County
These days, driving is probably the most dangerous thing you can do. Thousands of collisions happen every year across Ohio, and these accidents result in more than a thousand deaths annually. According to data from the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT), there were 1,131 roadway fatalities reported statewide in 2017. There were more than 65,140 vehicle collisions reported across the state that year.
The pain, grief, and emotional trauma associated with the death of a family member can be overwhelming. Families involved in Ohio wrongful death cases often suffer from serious financial losses, both immediately and in the future. Some of these losses include the deceased’s medical care, burial costs, and lost future earnings. Family members who have lost a loved one often do not know what to do in order to recover the compensation they deserve.
An experienced Ohio wrongful death attorney can explain your rights and help you through the process of filing a Marion county wrongful death lawsuit. The legal team at the Green Law Firm is here to fight for your legal rights and make sure you get justice for your lost loved one. If you have lost a loved one due to another’s negligence, contact us today at (513)769-0840 to discuss your case with an attorney who cares.
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