Troopers Investigating Serious Injury Motorcycle Crash

Joe Lyons • September 13, 2024

***UPDATE***

Kenneth Wayne Derr has passed away as a result of his injuries sustained in the crash.

Bailey Lakes – On Thursday, September 12th, 2024, at approximately 12:10 PM, a silver 2009 Harley Davidson Dyna Super Glide was northbound on US 250 when it struck the rear of a blue 1980 International 4300 semi-truck and trailer. The International was slowed, making a left turn onto County Road 758.

The operator of the Super Glide, Kenneth Wayne Derr, 71 years old of Ashland, Ohio, was transported to University Hospitals Samaritan Medical Center by Savannah Fire and EMS and later flown to University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center with Life-Threatening-injuries.

The driver of the International, Brandon Mark Carpenter, 37 years old , also of Ashland, OH, was not injured.

Mr. Derr was wearing his helmet at the time of the crash.

The crash is currently under investigation.

Drugs and alcohol do not appear to be factors in the crash.

Assisting at the scene were: The Ashland County Sheriff’s Office, Savannah Fire Department & EMS, and Bates Towing.