Sandusky Post of Ohio State Highway Patrol is Investigating a Fatal Motorcycle Crash

Joe Lyons • September 9, 2024

City of Sandusky – The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a two-vehicle fatal crash, that occurred on September 8, 2024 at approximately 8:15 P.M. on Cleveland Road at the intersection of Cowdery Street in the City of Sandusky Erie County.

Andrew D. Johnson age 77, of Sandusky, Ohio was operating a 2003 Jeep Wrangler traveling westbound on Cleveland Road. Charles L. Grissom, age 60, was operating a 1998 Honda VT750 traveling eastbound on Cleveland Road. Mr. Johnson failed to yield while making a left turn when he struck Mr. Grissom.

Mr. Johnson was wearing his seat belt and did not suffer any injuries due to the crash. Mr. Grissom was transported to the Firelands Regional Hospital in Sandusky for his injuries. He was later pronounced deceased at the hospital. Mr. Grissom was not wearing a helmet while riding his motorcycle.

Alcohol and/or drug use are believed to be a factor at this time. The crash remains under investigation.

The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted on scene by Sandusky Police Department, Sandusky Fire Department, and Sandusky Towing.