Bluffton woman killed in February 16 crash at US 30 and CR 15
RICHLAND TOWNSHIP–The Lima Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash that occurred on February 16, 2023, at approximately 8:20 a.m. The crash occurred at the intersection of US 30 and County Road 15 (Allen/Hancock County line road) in Richland Township, Allen County.
Delaney Miller, age 38, of Bluffton, was operating a 2015 Buick Regal, traveling east on US 30. Ryan Ferguson, age 30, of Frankfort, Indiana was operating a 2003 International semi-truck with trailer, traveling west on US 30. The Buick failed to yield the right-of-way, turned left to travel north onto County Road 15 and was struck by the International. Mr. Ferguson suffered minor injuries. Ms. Miller was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted on scene by; Hancock County Sheriff’s Office, Beaverdam-Richland Fire and EMS, Allen County Coroner’s Office, H&H Funeral Services, Ohio Department of Transportation, Beaverdam Fleet Service and Big Daddy’s Towing. The crash remains under investigation.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol would like to remind motorists to use extra caution and give extra space while driving during inclement weather.
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