SALEM TOWNSHIP, Warren County, Ohio, Oct. 19, 2026 — Five people were taken to the hospital after a three-vehicle crash on Sunday evening, October 18, at the intersection of U.S. Route 22 and State Route 123.
The sheriff's office said dispatchers received the first call about the crash around 6 p.m. Sunday. Deputies and first responders who arrived at the scene found three vehicles involved and five people hurt.
All five were taken to a hospital for treatment. Investigators said one of those injured appeared to have suffered serious injuries, while the others' injuries were described as less severe.
The crash happened after one of the three vehicles failed to yield at the intersection. Local authorities have not released names, and the crash remains under investigation.
Our thoughts are with those who were injured, and we wish them a full recovery.
More on Crashes in Salem Township, OH
This multi-vehicle crash happened at Route 22 and State Route 123 in Salem Township, OH. We cover crashes across Warren County as they're reported, and you can browse the latest in our Warren County accident reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do multiple vehicles end up involved in one crash at an intersection?
When a driver fails to yield or misjudges the right of way, the initial impact can push vehicles into other lanes of traffic, drawing in cars that had no time to react.
Why are multi-vehicle crashes harder to investigate than two-car wrecks?
Investigators have to reconstruct the sequence of impacts, figure out which vehicle struck which and in what order, and sort out conflicting accounts from several drivers and witnesses before assigning a cause.
What should I do if I'm involved in a crash with multiple vehicles?
Stay where it's safe, call 911, and avoid moving your vehicle unless it's blocking traffic and you're told to. Get checked by medical personnel even if you feel fine, since some injuries take hours to show symptoms.
What to Do After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Salem Township, Ohio
Being involved in a crash with more than one other vehicle can leave you unsure of what happened or who was where. Start by getting medical attention, even for injuries that seem minor at first. Once you're safe, write down what you remember about the moments before impact while it's fresh, and get contact information from anyone else involved or nearby. A formal police report, like the one the sheriff's office will complete here, becomes an important record once insurance companies and all parties start sorting out what occurred.
