Van Wert – The Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two vehicle crash that occurred on US 30 at Liberty Union Road in Van Wert County.
At approximately 11:00 a.m. this morning, a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu, driven by Linda Page, age 77 from Payne, was southbound on Liberty Union Road when she attempted to cross US 30. Mrs. Page’s vehicle was struck by a 2015 Hyundai Elantra, driven by Sarah Leslie, age 41 of Columbus, Ohio. Ms. Leslie was driving westbound on US 30 when the crash occurred. Ms. Leslie was transported to Van Wert County Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries. Mrs. Page was transported to Van Wert County Hospital where she was pronounced dead from the injuries sustained in the crash.
The crash resulted in a brief closure of US 30 at Liberty Union Road. The roadway has since been reopened.
Both drivers were wearing seat belts and alcohol use is not believed to be a factor in the crash.
The Van Wert Post was assisted by the Van Wert and Paulding County Sheriff’s Offices, Convoy Fire and EMS, Brickner EMS, Parker Mace Towing and Superior Collision.
The crash remains under investigation.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol encourages all motorists to wear seatbelts, avoid distracted driving, and to never drive impaired.
