Headlines 28 November 2012

Two-vehicle crash under investigation

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The Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a two-vehicle serious injury traffic crash.

The crash occurred on Nov. 27 at approximately 12:49 p.m. on U.S. 68 in Scott Township, Brown County.

A 2000 Kenworth, T800 was being operated northbound on U.S. 68 by Michael Abney, 36, of Centerville. A 2009 Ford Edge was being operated by Lawrence Decker, 67, of Georgetown, southbound on U.S. 68 with his wife, Connie Decker, in the front passenger seat.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the 2009 Ford Edge that Mr. Decker was operating traveled left of center and struck the Kenworth Semi-truck head on.

Mr. Decker was flown to University Hospital by Life Flight for treatment of his serious physical injuries. Mrs. Connie Decker was transported by Georgetown EMS to Mt. Orab Mercy for treatment. Mr. Abney was not injured.

All occupants were wearing their safety belts at the time of the crash.

Neither alcohol or drugs are suspected as a factor in this crash.

The crash remains under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol Georgetown Post.

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