A 26-year-old man who was ejected from his car in a two-vehicle crash on East Livingston Avenue on Tuesday has died from his injuries, according to Columbus police. Authorities identified the driver as Tywan Horton, who was taken to a hospital in critical condition and later pronounced dead.
As reported by NBC4, the collision happened on East Livingston Avenue near South Yearling Road in the Leawood neighborhood. Police say a 2007 Ford Fusion failed to stop at a traffic signal and struck the driver's side rear of a 2020 Ford Fusion. After the initial impact, the 2007 Fusion veered northeast, crossed into the westbound lanes, left the roadway, and slammed into a tree. The force of that second impact ejected Horton from the vehicle, causing the injuries that ultimately proved fatal. Investigators have not said whether speed, impairment, or other factors contributed to the crash.
Police appeal for witnesses
The Columbus Division of Police is asking anyone who saw the wreck or who has dash-cam or surveillance footage from the area to contact the Accident Investigation Unit at (614) 645-4767, according to the division’s contact information. Tipsters who want to remain anonymous can reach Central Ohio Crime Stoppers at (614) 461-8477.
East Livingston safety concerns
Residents along the East Livingston corridor have grown increasingly vocal about safety worries after a series of high-profile incidents, from violent crimes to serious traffic crashes. Recent coverage of the stretch highlighted an episode where a vehicle blasted through a chicken joint, adding to a pattern of collisions that has some neighbors calling for changes.
Investigators with the Columbus Division of Police are still working to piece together the sequence of events that led to Tuesday’s fatal crash, and officials have not released any further details about possible contributing factors, according to NBC4. No other injuries were reported at the scene.
Police are urging anyone with information to contact the Accident Investigation Unit or submit tips to Crime Stoppers while detectives continue their work. The investigation remains open, and more information is expected to be released as it becomes available.
