One Vehicle Involved in Crash on State Route 7

Carrie Gloeckner April 25, 2018

First responders on the scene of the crash. Photo by Madalyn Wood.

First responders look over the crash. Photo by Madalyn Wood.

Some of the debris that had to be cleared before the road was opened. Photo by Madalyn Wood.

Pomeroy Fire Department responded to the crash. Phot by Madalyn Wood.

Traffic was backed up with one lane closed on State Route 7. Photo by Madalyn Wood.

Law enforcement discussing the crash at the scene. Photo by Madalyn Wood.

POMEROY, Ohio – One vehicle has been involved in a crash on State Route 7.

The crash occurred about 5 p.m. A vehicle traveling southbound on State Route 7 went off the side of the road, crashing and landing on its top according to Trooper Williams of the Ohio State Highway Patrol. Two people were transported for medical attention, a female driver and a male passenger. Further information, including the name of the driver has not yet been released.

Trooper Williams said the crash is still under investigation. The scene was cleared about 6:45 p.m.

In addition to the Ohio State Highway Patrol responding, Meigs County Sheriff’s Office, Pomeroy Fire Department, Meigs County EMS, Portsmouth Ambulance and Riverside Towing were on the scene.