HAMDEN, Ohio — A tragic accident unfolded on Sunday morning as troopers from the Jackson Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a fatal two-vehicle crash on State Route 93, just north of Hamden in Vinton County. The incident, which occurred at approximately 10:58 AM, resulted in the loss of one life.
The Patrol identified the individuals involved in the collision. Kamryn Belcher, 26, Wellston, was traveling south on State Route 93. In the opposing lane, Danny Schlabach, 24, McArthur, was traveling north on State Route 93.
The preliminary investigation revealed that Belcher failed to negotiate a curve, subsequently veering left of center and colliding with Schlabach’s vehicle, troopers said. The impact then caused Belcher’s Mitsubishi Eclipse to strike a guardrail. Tragically, Belcher was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Vinton County Coroner.
Various local agencies responded to the scene to assist in the aftermath of the collision. They included the Hamden Fire Department, Vinton County EMS, the Vinton County Coroner’s office, and the Ohio Department of Transportation. The severity of the accident prompted the temporary closure of the roadway, which remained shut down for approximately four hours to facilitate the investigation.
At this time, the Ohio State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding this fatal crash on State Route 93.