This accident, involving 2 vehicles occurred on Thursday, May 27th 2021 at approximately 10:13 pm. The driver of not discernible. Injuries were reported. An officer from Columbus Police Department was present at the scene and recorded the information contained in this report.
Driver of Unit #1 stated that he was E/B on E 5th Ave from Joyce Ave in the right (curb) lane traveling around 30 MPH. Driver of Unit #1 stated that when he reached Bassett Ave a Gray Chevrolet pickup truck turned left (south) in front of him causing him to swerve and hit the pole on the southeast corner of Bassett Ave and 5th Ave. At some point during the crash Unit #2 was struck and landed in the intersection on Bassett Ave at E 5th Ave where he was pronounce deceased at 10:25 P.M. via CFD Medic 20. Driver of Unit #1 was taken to OSU East by CFD Medic 8 due to right leg and arm pain. AIU responded to the scene and initiated their investigation.

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Driver: 31 years old, Male, Minor injury suspected Seatbelt: Shoulder and lap belt used Airbags: Deployed both front/side | ||
2 | Passanger: 13 years old, Male, Not injured Seatbelt: Other/unknown Airbags: Deployed both front/side |

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Passanger: 47 years old, Male, Fatal Seatbelt: Other/unknown |
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