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AUSTINTOWN, Mahoning County, Ohio, Nov. 6, 2026 — At least one person suffered severe injuries in a two-vehicle crash on Thursday afternoon, November 5, at the intersection of Yolanda Rd and New Rd in Austintown, Ohio.
The crash happened around 3 p.m., a trooper with the Ohio State Highway Patrol said. A Jeep SUV traveling northbound on Yolanda Rd reportedly ran a stop sign and struck a sedan traveling eastbound on New Rd.
At least one person was taken to a hospital with severe injuries, the agency said. The extent of injuries to anyone else involved has not been released.
At the scene, the SUV was seen in a driveway with severe damage to its driver's side door and frame. The sedan sustained severe front-end damage. It remains unclear whether either driver will face citations, and the crash remains under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
Intersection Crashes in Ohio
This crash happened at Yolanda Rd and New Rd in Austintown, OH. Our Ohio intersections page covers intersection crashes across Ohio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do most traffic accidents happen?
A large share of crashes occur at intersections, where vehicles traveling in different directions cross paths, usually tied to stop sign or signal violations.
What injuries are most common in car accidents?
Common injuries include whiplash and other neck and back strains, broken bones, head injuries, and cuts from broken glass or impact with the vehicle's interior.
What are the most common causes of car accidents?
Frequent causes include failing to stop at a sign or signal, distracted driving, speeding, and misjudging another driver's right of way at an intersection.
