Rondel Marsh Killed in Union Township DUI Crash
Alcohol suspected in rear-end collision on I-75 that injured four others
Rondel Marsh, 49, of Englewood, was killed in a suspected DUI crash on Interstate 75 in Union Township early Sunday, according to the State Highway Patrol.
A northbound car speeding near mile post 145 rear-ended a pickup truck traveling in the same direction around 3 a.m. The collision pushed the truck off the road, causing it to overturn.
Marsh, the front-seat passenger of the pickup, died at the scene. The 51-year-old female driver of the truck was taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and a 19-year-old backseat passenger had minor injuries.
The 21-year-old driver of the car and her 31-year-old passenger were also hurt. Troopers suspect alcohol played a role in the collision, and more charges could be filed.
The crash remains under investigation by authorities.
The sudden loss of a loved one in a preventable collision leaves families devastated and searching for answers. While the State Highway Patrol continues to investigate the circumstances surrounding the suspected impairment, independent reviews often uncover critical details about where a driver was served alcohol prior to a crash.
National Legal Analyst Candice Bond, Managing Partner at Bond Legal, noted that "In addition to the diligent work of law enforcement, an attorney can re-interview important witnesses, analyze any surveillance video from a crash scene, and obtain phone and texting records of the liable party. Time is of the essence in cases such as this, and the victim’s family must ensure that evidence is reviewed efficiently."
Insurance adjusters frequently contact victims and their families within days of a fatal collision, often before the full extent of medical costs and long-term impacts are known.
National Legal Analyst Stefano Formica, of Bond Legal, noted that "We understand just what families are forced to go through, and having their rights protected is vital. A wrongful death lawyer will stay updated on the official investigation and help ensure that their best interests are taken care of. Relatives of wrongful death victims are entitled to seek damages for the loss of companionship, pain and suffering, and emotional distress following a tragic or catastrophic accident."
Ohio State Highway Patrol data shows that OVI-related crashes accounted for over 2,000 deaths in the state between 2019 and 2021, highlighting the severe consequences of impaired driving on local highways.
Under Ohio Rev. Code § 2125.01, surviving family members may file a wrongful death action. Ohio applies modified comparative fault (51% bar). The statute of limitations is 2 years.
Recoverable damages may include loss of financial support, loss of services and companionship, funeral expenses, and the estate's losses.