A serious collision between a semi-truck and a horse-drawn buggy left one man fighting for his life and a horse dead Wednesday afternoon in Stark County, authorities confirmed.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the crash occurred shortly after 4 p.m. on U.S. Route 62 in Sugar Creek Township. Investigators said both the semi-truck and the horse-drawn buggy were traveling westbound when the truck struck the buggy from behind.
The driver of the horse-drawn buggy suffered life-threatening injuries and was transported to a nearby hospital for emergency treatment. The condition of the semi-truck driver has not been released, and no additional injuries were reported.
Tragically, the horse pulling the buggy was pronounced dead at the scene. The roadway was partially impacted as emergency crews responded, secured the area, and began investigating the circumstances surrounding the crash.
Authorities have not yet released information regarding speed, visibility, or whether any charges will be filed. The Ohio State Highway Patrol confirmed the incident remains under active investigation as troopers work to determine what led to the collision.
Horse-drawn buggies are a common sight in parts of Stark County, and officials continue to urge motorists to remain alert, slow down, and share the road safely. Further updates are expected as more details become available.
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