The Fremont Post is investigating a single vehicle fatal crash that occurred at 4:36 p.m. Aug. 27 on US 20 just west of Ohio 51 in Washington Township, Sandusky County.
A 2013 blue Nissan Versa driven by Ernesto Chavez, 44, of Fremont, was traveling eastbound on US 20 when he went across the center median and off the north side of US 20. Chavez struck a mailbox and a barn prior to final rest.
State Trooper car with the Ohio Highway Patrol.
Chavez sustained fatal injuries in the crash and was pronounced deceased at the scene. His right rear passenger, a 10-year-old male, sustained serious injuries and was transported to Mercy Health Saint Vincent Medical Center where he was listed in stable condition. Chavez and his passenger were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by the Sandusky County Sheriff’s Office, Sandusky County EMS, Lindsey Volunteer Fire Department, the Sandusky County Coroner’s Office and Bubba’s Towing.
The crash remains under investigation at this time.
The News-Messenger/News Herald
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