New Philadelphia, OH (August 13, 2025) – A service technician was seriously injured Tuesday afternoon after being struck by a dump truck in Tuscarawas County. The incident occurred around 12:20 p.m. on U.S. 250 in New Philadelphia while the technician and a truck driver were working on a disabled commercial vehicle parked on the road’s berm.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP), the technician, a 24-year-old male, and the 28-year-old truck driver were working on the left front tire when a southbound dump truck drifted over the white fog line and struck the technician. The driver of the dump truck then fled the scene without stopping.
The technician was flown to Akron Summa Hospital with serious injuries, while the truck driver was treated on-site. The OSHP later located the dump truck and its driver at a local business, a couple of hours after the incident. It remains unclear whether the driver was arrested or charged.
The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are continuing to gather information regarding the crash.
Our thoughts are with the injured technician, and we wish him a swift recovery.
Traffic Incidents in Tuscarawas County
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers that workers face while operating in or near roadways. Service technicians and others working on the roadside are at risk, particularly when passing vehicles fail to maintain proper lane discipline. Local authorities continue to urge drivers to stay vigilant, particularly when approaching stopped vehicles or roadside workers.
Motorists are reminded to follow traffic laws, especially when approaching areas where workers are present. Law enforcement is continuing the investigation, and anyone with information about the incident is encouraged to come forward.
For those impacted by this or similar incidents, Local Accident Reports is here to offer support and help you understand your legal rights and recovery options.
