19-Year-Old Killed in Head-On Collision on Columbus’ Southeast Side

A 19-year-old Columbus man died yesterday after his vehicle crossed the center line and collided with a pickup truck on the city’s Southeast Side, prompting an ongoing investigation.

Rashard Brown, of Columbus, was pronounced dead at 5:19 p.m. at OhioHealth Grand Medical Center after the 4:38 p.m. crash at the intersection of East Innis and Kelton avenues. According to a police report, Brown was driving eastbound on East Innis Avenue in a 2018 Honda Civic when he drifted left of center and struck a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado traveling westbound. The driver of the Silverado was transported to the same hospital in stable condition.

This incident highlights the dangers of distracted or impaired driving, a continuing concern for local traffic safety. The Columbus police Accident Investigation Unit is currently investigating the circumstances that led to Brown crossing the center line. Anyone with information regarding the crash is encouraged to contact the unit at 614-645-4767.

The Columbus Division of Police regularly publishes traffic safety data and resources on their official website. For more information on safe driving practices, visit the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

The Accident Investigation Unit continues to gather evidence and determine the cause of the collision.