FULTON COUNTY, OHIO, Ohio — A man is recovering from non-life-threatening injuries after crashing into a semi in Fulton County Thursday morning.
The crash occurred at the intersection of US 20 and County Road 1 just before 8 a.m.
According to an accident report, Ronald Morgan, 33, of Metamora was heading southbound on County Road 1 in a Chrysler 200, while Uriel Wheatley, 50, of Woodstock, Ontario was eastbound on US 20 in a Volvo semi.
Morgan reportedly failed to yield the right of way, striking the middle of two trailers hauled by Wheatley.
Morgan suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital for treatment.
Wheatley walked away uninjured.
Authorities said alcohol was not a factor in the crash and safety belts were in use. Crews on scene said the morning's heavy fog may have been part of the problem.
US 20 was shut down for approximately one hour following the crash.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol was assisted at the scene by the Lucas County Sheriff’s Office, Richfield Township Fire Department, and the Ohio Department of Transportation.
The crash remains under investigation.
