AVON, Lorain County, Ohio, Nov. 10, 2026 — Three people died on Sunday night, November 8, in a wrong-way crash on westbound Interstate 90 in Avon, according to the Avon Police Department.
The crash happened around 10:50 p.m. near Nagel Road, after an attempted traffic stop. Avon officers had been asked by the Avon Lake Police Department about 10:45 p.m. to watch for a vehicle tied to a domestic disturbance between a husband and wife in Avon Lake. The husband had left before officers arrived and was reportedly driving a Tesla last seen near Nagel Road and Interstate 90.
Avon officers found the vehicle on Nagel Road near Avon Road and an officer tried to stop it. The driver then took the westbound Interstate 90 exit ramp the wrong way, heading toward the interstate. An Avon officer followed onto the ramp to attempt a pursuit intervention technique, but before that maneuver could happen, the Tesla collided with another vehicle traveling westbound.
The man driving the Tesla and two women in the vehicle he struck were killed. A third vehicle was also involved; its driver reportedly suffered non-life-threatening injuries. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is assisting Avon police with the investigation into what led to the crash. Names of the three victims have not been released, and the department said more details will come once confirmed.
Our condolences go out to the families and friends of those who lost their lives.
Intersection Crashes in Ohio
This crash happened at Nagel Road and Interstate 90 in Avon, Ohio. Our Ohio intersections page covers intersection crashes across Ohio.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are wrong-way crashes usually so severe?
A wrong-way crash typically means a head-on impact between vehicles moving toward each other at highway speed, which multiplies the force involved compared with a same-direction collision.
When do wrong-way crashes tend to happen?
They are most common at night, especially late evening to early morning, when visibility is low and wrong-way entries onto ramps or highways are harder for other drivers to spot in time.
What should a driver do if they spot a car heading the wrong way?
Slow down, move to the right lane, avoid passing on the left, and contact 911 with location and direction of travel as soon as it's safe to do so.
Can drivers do anything to avoid a wrong-way collision?
Staying alert for headlights approaching in the wrong lane, especially near ramps and exits at night, and being ready to brake or steer away can help a driver react in time.
