PICKAWAY COUNTY, Ohio — A playful dog was the unlikely cause of a head-on traffic accident that occurred on Monday afternoon, April 25th, in the 13000 block of Walnut Creek Road. According to the Ohio Highway Patrol, the incident happened around 4 p.m. and involved a 2010 Audi and a 2009 Dodge Ram pickup truck.
The driver of the Audi was traveling on the road with their dog when the pet jumped onto their lap, causing the vehicle to swerve left of center and collide head-on with the pickup truck. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported in the accident, although both vehicles sustained extensive damage and had to be towed from the scene.
The Ohio Highway Patrol has urged drivers to be cautious and minimize distractions while driving, even when it comes to beloved pets.