Ohio: Trooper injured when driver strikes patrol car
A trooper assigned to the Van Wert Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol was one of two injured Monday when a vehicle struck a marked patrol car while the trooper was assisting a stranded motorist.
On Oct. 19, at approximately 11:26 a.m., Ray J. Mullins, 79, of Oakwood, was driving east on Ohio 613 near County Road 187 east of Melrose when his vehicle struck the stationary patrol car and one of two other stationary vehicles that was waiting on a tow truck to arrive.
The emergency lights on the patrol car were activated and visible from both directions when the crash occurred.
Trooper Jared J. Miller was transported to Paulding County Hospital for treatment of non-life threatening injuries as a result of the patrol car being struck from behind while rendering aid to the vehicles.
Additionally, Lauren C. Teague, 24, of Fort Wayne, was transported for minor facial injuries she sustained when her vehicle was struck by Mullins’ vehicle.
Mullins was seat belted and was treated at the scene by Oakwood EMS for a small cut to his chin.
Alcohol or drugs are not considered to be a factor in the crash.
No charges have been filed, as the crash is still under investigation.
The Van Wert Post was assisted by Oakwood EMS, R&O Towing and Superior Collision.
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