Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers are asking the public for help finding a driver who left the scene of a deadly crash in Bethlehem Township, Cleveland 19 News reported.
According to troopers, the crash happened about 10:37 p.m. on May 23 on Hudson Drive, east of Beth Avenue. A tree had fallen in the roadway, and several people had stopped to clear it.
Gregory Cutcher of Navarre, Janet Ellis, 69, of Navarre, and Dustin Sweet, 21, of Canton were standing near the downed tree when an eastbound vehicle struck the tree and pushed it into them, troopers told the station.
Troopers said the driver did not stop. Cutcher died from his injuries at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital. Ellis was taken to Aultman Hospital with serious injuries, and Sweet was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
The vehicle involved is believed to be a small, light-colored four-door sedan or SUV, white, silver or gray, per troopers.
Troopers ask anyone who saw the crash, spotted the vehicle in the area, or has information about the vehicle or its occupants to call the Ohio State Highway Patrol Canton Post at (330) 433-6200.