Wakeman - The Ohio State Highway Patrol’s Norwalk Post is investigating a single vehicle fatal crash that occurred on June 17, 2024 at approximately 11:27 PM. The crash occurred on West River Road (TR 62) north of Ogan Road, in the Township of Wakeman, Huron County, Ohio.
Shane Webb, 37, of Willard, was driving a 2015 Jeep Wrangler southbound on West River Road and drove off the right side of the roadway striking a culvert storm drain cover. The Jeep became airborne and overturned several times before striking a large raised flower bed, fence post, and tree.
The Jeep came to final rest in a private driveway off the west side of West River Road. Mr. Webb was not wearing his seatbelt and was ejected from the vehicle suffering fatal injuries. Mr. Webb was transported from the scene by Citizens Ambulance to Toft Funeral Home. Interstate Towing removed the vehicle from the scene.
Alcohol, drug use, and speed are suspected to be factors in the crash. The crash remains under investigation.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted by the Huron County Sheriff’s Office, Wakeman Fire Department, Wakeman Police Department, Citizens Ambulance, and Interstate Towing.