Toledo, OH (March 29, 2026) – An Oak Harbor woman was arrested after a head-on crash on Saturday night, March 28, on the Craig Memorial Bridge near Front St. According to court records, the woman was driving south over the bridge when her vehicle collided head-on with another car at about 10 p.m.
Police said her young son was riding in the back seat at the time of the accident. She was later charged with child endangerment and operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol. The condition of the woman, her child, and the people in the other vehicle has not yet been released.
The cause of the crash, including which driver may have crossed into oncoming traffic, has not been confirmed. Authorities continue to investigate the cause of the crash, and more details will be released as soon as they become available. We are thinking of those hurt as they receive medical care.
What Is Usually Reviewed After a Head-On Crash on a Bridge?
After a head-on collision on a bridge, early reviews often focus on lane position, traffic direction, and whether either vehicle crossed the center line. Bridge crashes can be more complex due to narrow lanes, reduced shoulders, and limited space for drivers to avoid hazards.
Investigators also commonly review road surface conditions, lighting, and whether speed or alcohol may have affected driver response. Damage patterns on both vehicles can help show the angle of impact and where the crash first occurred.
When a child passenger is involved, seat placement and restraint use may also help explain how injuries happened. In many cases, later roadway camera footage, witness statements, and scene photos help fill in details that were unclear in the initial report.
