MARION COUNTY, Ohio — Authorities are investigating a fatal accident involving a bicycle and two vehicles on April 28.
The accident occurred at approximately 4 p.m. on State Route 4, north of Marseilles Galion Road. A 2021 Ford F150 towing a livestock trailer and a 2024 Ford Bronco were traveling south when the incident happened.
Jeffrey Arn, 64, was riding a Concord bicycle on the gravel berm along the west side of State Route 4. He swerved left, struck the edge of the roadway, and entered the southbound lane, where the Ford F-150 pickup struck him. Debris from the impact hit the Ford Bronco.
Emergency responders transported Arn to Marion General Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
The drivers of the F-150 and Bronco, a 78-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman, respectively, were not injured.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the accident.
Jeffrey Arn tragically killed in Marion County bicycle accident
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BICYCLE CRASH INVESTIGATION
Our roads pose a unique danger for bicycle riders. According to the National Safety Council, 932 bicyclists were killed in motor-vehicle traffic crashes in 2020, an 8.9% increase from the year before.
Candice Bond, an experienced bicycle accident attorney, noted that it is imperative to have an independent probe conducted as soon as possible to preserve evidence in cases such as this.
“Having the proper resources is extremely important when investigating a bicycle accident case and demonstrating that there was negligence on the part of another party,” said Bond, Managing Partner of Bond Legal.
“In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney has the resources to interview expert witnesses, conduct defendant background checks, and review applicable insurance coverage,” added Bond, who is also a National Legal Analyst for Newsline.
WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
Pending the results of any investigations, the family of Jeffrey Arn may pursue a wrongful death claim. Survivors often seek damages for loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident.
Bond said, “Grieving families of victims are sometimes overwhelmed by the legal processes that are in place to protect their rights. An attorney can be a valuable and compassionate resource to help guide a family during this difficult time and ensure that those left behind receive the restitution they are entitled to.”
Accident Injury News' national legal analyst Candice Bond is experienced in fatal bicycle accidents, and if you or a family member need help, she is available for a free consultation to guide you
(Candice Bond, our national legal analyst, is a Managing Partner at Bond Legal. Accident Injury News can and does use quotes from prior interviews with our analysts for our news articles. If you would like to contact Bond Legal to help you, please call 866-986-7738 or use the submission box found on this page. Legal analysts quoted may or may not be licensed in your state).
