For Immediate Release June 3, 2024
Contact: Lieutenant J. P . Murfield
(419) 756-2222
Jefferson Township – The Mansfield Patrol Post responded to a report of a one-vehicle crash on Interstate 71 near milepost 164.6, in Jefferson Township, at 4:58 PM on June 3, 2024.
The preliminary investigation shows a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer was traveling northeast on Interstate 71 northbound. The Chevrolet was driven by Nanda Gurung, 56, of Rochester, New York. The Chevrolet traveled off the left side of the roadway, striking a guardrail. The Chevrolet overcorrected and struck a bridge wall causing it to overturn. The Chevrolet then crossed the median and came to rest on Interstate 71 southbound lanes. EMS transported Mr. Gurung to Ohio Health Mansfield where he succumbed to his injuries.
The left lane of Interstate 71 southbound was closed for approximately two hours during the crash investigation, but all lanes are open now.
The Washington Township Fire Department, Jefferson Township Fire Department, and Laurence’s Towing assisted on the scene. The crash remains under investigation.
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