Darke County, OH – Two drivers were injured Friday morning in a rear-end crash on U.S. Route 127 near Horatio Harris Creek Road, prompting an emergency response.
According to the Darke County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred around 7:29 a.m. when deputies, along with Greenville Township Fire and Rescue and Greenville City Fire, were dispatched to the intersection.
Preliminary findings indicate a white Jeep Compass, driven by Shawndra Byrd, 50, of Arcanum, was stopped northbound on U.S. 127 preparing to turn left onto Horatio Harris Creek Road. A silver Honda Accord, driven by Owen Marker, 18, of Greenville, then struck the rear of the Jeep.
Both drivers sustained minor injuries and were transported to Wayne HealthCare for treatment, according to authorities.
No additional details about contributing factors or potential charges have been released, and the crash remains under investigation.
The intersection is a commonly traveled route for morning commuters in northern Darke County, and incidents during peak hours can briefly disrupt traffic flow in the area.
Young drivers and daily commuters may experience delays along U.S. 127 during similar morning incidents.
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