CHILLICOTHE, Ohio — A serious head-on collision involving a rollover occurred on U.S. Route 35 near the Main Street area just before 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, prompting a full closure of the highway and a major emergency response.
According to initial reports from emergency dispatchers and first responders on scene, the crash happened in the vicinity of the Main Street exit or intersection with U.S. 35. Details remain limited as authorities continue to investigate, but witnesses and officials described it as a head-on collision that caused at least one vehicle to rollover.
Multiple occupants were entrapped inside the wreckage, requiring extrication efforts by Chillicothe Fire Department, Ross County EMS, and other responders using hydraulic tools. At least two vehicles were heavily damaged in the impact.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol and local law enforcement have closed U.S. 35 in both directions in the area for the ongoing investigation and cleanup. Motorists are being advised to seek alternate routes, with detours expected to remain in place for several hours. Drivers should avoid the area entirely if possible.
No official confirmation on the number of injuries, their severity, or any fatalities has been released yet. Authorities have not identified the vehicles or individuals involved pending notification of next of kin.
The cause of the crash is under active investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.