Accident with injuries reported in Bethlehem Township

On March 12 at approximately 3:22 p.m., the Coshocton County Sheriff’s Office received a 911 call in reference to an accident with injuries in the 42000 Block of U.S. 36 in Bethlehem Township.

Upon arrival of deputies, it was determined Elisia Mattison, 21-year-old female, of Warsaw was traveling east on U.S. 36 when she approached traffic that was stopped at a temporary traffic signal for construction in the area. Mattison failed to stop in time, striking the vehicle stopped in front of her that was being operated by Melissa Fahrney, 59-year-old female, of Baltic.

Fahrney had one female juvenile passenger in the vehicle. Fahrney was transported to Genesis of Coshocton for complaint-type injuries. Fahrney’s juvenile passenger was transported to Coshocton Regional Medical Center for complaint-type injuries as well. No other injuries were reported. Mattison was cited for assured clear distance.

Assisting on scene was the Walhonding Valley Fire District, Coshocton County EMS and REACT.