It was supposed to be an ordinary drive home—two recent high school graduates, Natalie Daly and Nevin Vince, sharing the road on a quiet Ohio night. But just before midnight, tragedy struck on **Interstate 70 near Brandt Pike**, when 55-year-old **Doniell Snow** drove his SUV the wrong way down the highway.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Snow’s vehicle, a **Chevy Trax**, first sideswiped a Honda Accord before crashing head-on into the teens’ car. The violent collision ignited a massive fire that quickly engulfed all involved vehicles, sending flames and smoke high into the night sky.
Despite desperate efforts by first responders, **Daly, Vince, and Snow** were pronounced dead at the scene.The crash scattered debris across multiple lanes, forcing I-70 to remain closed for several hours as emergency crews battled the blaze and investigators documented the wreckage. Witnesses described the horrific sight—cars burning, metal twisted, and the haunting silence that followed.
Natalie Daly and Nevin Vince, both 18, had recently graduated from local high schools and were known for their kindness, humor, and bright futures. Friends say they were inseparable, often seen together at games, community events, and weekend hangouts. Their sudden loss has devastated classmates and neighbors, with vigils planned to honor their memory.Investigators are still piecing together what led Snow to drive the wrong way.
Toxicology results are pending, and officials are examining whether impairment or disorientation played a role. For now, the community is left grieving—three lives cut short in an instant, and families forever changed by a senseless act that turned an ordinary night into unimaginable heartbreak. Flowers, candles, and photos now line the overpass above the crash site, a solemn tribute to the young souls who never made it home.
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