1 vehicle Accident – Morris Valley Lane

1 vehicle Accident – Morris Valley Lane

The second accident in two days occurred in the same area of Morris Valley Lane in Section 11 of Richland Township when a motorist again drove around the road closed sign and the driver lost control traveling down the hill. The call came in at approximately 5:55 pm on January 5, 2012. On scene firefighters found the vehicle had struck and broke off a power pole, and came to rest in a group of small trees. Firefighters assisted in clearing debris off the roadway and keeping the scene secure until the power company arrived. The truck involved in the accident was removed by a local towing company. The driver refused medical transport by Richland County EMS. The Richland County Sheriff’s Department investigated the crash.