It is with profound sadness that the Findlay community mourns the untimely passing of 22-year-old Jason Alford, who tragically lost his life in a vehicle collision on Wednesday afternoon, October 22, 2025, along U.S. Highway 224 in Blanchard Township, Hancock County.
According to the Hancock County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred just before 5 p.m. near Township Road 123. Jason was driving westbound when his vehicle, for reasons still under investigation, moved into the eastbound lanes, sideswiping one car before colliding head-on with another driven by a 63-year-old man from Alabama. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but despite their best efforts, Jason was pronounced deceased at the scene. The other driver sustained serious injuries and was transported to Blanchard Valley Hospital.
Authorities closed the highway for several hours as they conducted a detailed crash reconstruction. Investigators confirmed that weather and visibility were normal at the time and that there were no immediate indications of impairment or excessive speed. The investigation remains ongoing, with officials reviewing witness statements and vehicle data to determine what led to the heartbreaking crash.
Jason’s passing has left an immense void in the lives of his family, friends, and all who knew him. He is remembered as a bright, hardworking, and kind-hearted young man whose gentle spirit and warm smile touched many in the Findlay community. Friends have described him as someone who always went out of his way to help others and brought light to every room he entered.
The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office extended its condolences to Jason’s loved ones, reminding everyone how quickly life can change on the road. Community members have come together in shared grief, offering prayers, comfort, and support to the Alford family during this unimaginably difficult time.
Though his life ended far too soon, Jason Alford’s memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved him. May he rest peacefully, and may his family find strength in the love surrounding them.
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