In The News 11 July 2026

Wilmington Post investigating a fatal traffic crash on SR 131 in Highland County

Wilmington – On July 10, at approximately 2:16 p.m., a two-vehicle fatal crash occurred at the intersection of SR 131 and SR 134 in Salem Township, Highland County.

A 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD pickup truck operated by Charles Crabill, 60, of Pleasant Plain, was traveling southwest on SR 134. A 2009 Pontiac G5 operated by a 17-year-old Seaman teen, was traveling east on SR 131.

Preliminary investigation indicates that the Pontiac failed to yield from a stop sign and was struck by the Chevrolet. Both vehicles drove off the roadway striking a barn.

The teen was ejected as result of the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. Crabill was transported by ground to Mount Orab Medical Center with non-life-threatening injuries.

The roadway was closed for the investigation but has since been reopened to traffic. The Patrol was assisted by the Lynchburg Fire and EMS and the Highland County Coroner's Office.

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