Troopers Investigating Fatal Crash on U.S. 42
Milton Township – Troopers from the Ashland Highway Patrol Post are investigating a fatal crash which occurred on U.S. 42 near State Route 603 in Ashland County, Ohio.
On Thursday, January 23, 2025 at approximately 6:50 PM, a maroon 2003 Honda CRV was southwest on U.S. 42, south of S.R. 603. A blue 2022 Peterbuilt semi-truck and flatbed trailer was turning left from a private drive onto U.S. 42 and began to drive northeast. The Honda CRV struck the left rear of the trailer which was partially in the southwest lane.
The driver of the Honda CRV, Gail Anne Moore, 77 years old of Ashland, Ohio was pronounced deceased at the scene. The driver of the Peterbuilt semi-truck, Glenn Dale Snead, 60 years old of Noblesville, Indiana was not injured.
Both drivers were wearing their seatbelts at the time of the crash. Drugs or alcohol do not appear to be a factor. The crash remains under investigation and charges are pending review by the Ashland Municipal Court.
Assisting at the scene were: the Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Ashland City Fire and EMS, Ashland Coroner’s Office and Bate’s Garage & Towing.
The roadway was closed for approximately 3 hours.
