Darke County, OH (June 2, 2026) – Two 18-year-olds were taken to the hospital after a two-vehicle crash in Darke County. Deputies were called to State Route 571 around 4:36 p.m. on Monday, June 1.
According to the Darke County Sheriff’s Office, Kathryn Montgomery, 21, was driving a Kia Sorento northwest with her infant passenger when she attempted a left turn. During the maneuver, the SUV was struck by a southeastbound Nissan Sentra driven by Gabriela Edwards, 18. Gabriella Pisano, 18, was riding as a passenger in the Nissan.
Edwards was flown to a hospital by medical helicopter, while Pisano was also taken for treatment. The extent of their injuries has not been released. Montgomery and the child were treated at the roadway by emergency units. The accident is under investigation. Our thoughts are with those hurt as they recover.
How Left-Turn Crashes Often Happen on Two-Lane Roads
Left-turn crashes are common on rural and two-lane highways where vehicles travel at higher speeds, and drivers have limited time to react. These collisions frequently occur when one driver attempts to cross traffic while another vehicle is approaching from the opposite direction.
Visibility can play a major part in these situations, especially during busy travel periods or when hills and curves limit sight distance. Drivers turning left are usually expected to yield to oncoming traffic before completing the maneuver. Even a brief miscalculation involving speed or distance can lead to a serious roadway collision.
After a crash involving multiple vehicles, medical evaluations may continue long after the initial reports are released. In some cases, the full extent of injuries is not immediately known during the early stages following the wreck.
