This accident, involving 2 vehicles occurred on Monday, March 1st 2021 at approximately 3:15 am. The driver of red Subaru (2012) wrong way. Injuries were reported. An officer from Columbus Police Department was present at the scene and recorded the information contained in this report.
Unit 1 was traveling the wrong way on I 71; going northbound in the southbound lanes. The passenger in unit 2 stated unit 2 was traveling s/b on I 71 south of E Hudson St when unit 2 was struck head on by unit 1; which was traveling the wrong way on I 71 SB. The driver of unit 2 was pronounced deceased at scene by Columbus Fire Engine 1 8at 3:28am. The driver of unit 1 was pronounced deceased at the hospital at 6:01am. The passenger in unit 2 was treated at Grant Hospital for her injuries.

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Driver: 42 years old, Male, Fatal Seatbelt: None Airbags: Deployed both front/side |

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Driver: 53 years old, Male, Fatal Seatbelt: Shoulder and lap belt used Airbags: Deployed both front/side | ||
2 | Passanger: 51 years old, Female, Serious injury suspected Seatbelt: Shoulder and lap belt used Airbags: Deployed both front/side |
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