(STATE PATROL PRESS RELEASE) Jefferson Township – The Defiance Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a serious injury crash that occurred on October 5, 2024, at approximately 5:12 P.M. The crash occurred on US 127 at the intersection of County Road I.50 in Jefferson Township, Williams County.
Sommer Wolford, age 46, of Convoy, Ohio was driving a 2023 Hyundai Tucson southbound on US 127 with a passenger, Tracey Wolford, age 53, also of Convoy, Ohio.
Jacee Altaffer, age 18, of Montpelier, Ohio, was driving a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu eastbound on County Road I.50. Ms. Altaffer failed to yield at the stop sign at the intersection and was struck by Ms. Wolford. Both vehicles traveled off the eastside of US 127.
Mrs. Wolford and Mr. Wolford were transported by Williams County EMS to Bryan Hospital. Mr. Wolford was later transported via Life Flight to ProMedica Toledo Hospital with serious injuries.
Ms. Altaffer was transported by Williams County EMS to Bryan Hospital. She was later transported via Life Flight to Parkview Regional Hospital in Fort Wayne, Indiana, with serious injuries.
The crash remains under investigation. The Patrol was assisted on scene by Williams County Sheriff’s Office, Williams County EMS, Brady Township Fire & Rescue, Brett’s Towing, and Hutch’s Towing.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol reminds all motorists to always wear safety belts, and to never drive impaired or distracted.