Gorham Twp. – The Toledo Post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is currently investigating a fatal crash that occurred on October 22, 2020 at approximately 7:23 P.M. in Fulton County.
Two motorcycles were traveling eastbound on U.S. 20 near milepost 6 in Gorham Township when they traveled off of the right side of the roadway. Both motorcycles struck the ditch and ejected the drivers. Neither driver was wearing a motorcycle helmet.
A 2008 Harley motorcycle driven by Michael Vanbarg, 69 YOA, from McClure, Ohio. Mr. Vanbarg was transported to the Fulton County Health Center where he was treated for minor injuries and released. A 2007 Honda motorcycle driven by Robert Adlington, 68 YOA, from Toledo, Ohio. Mr. Adlington was transported to St. Vincent’s Hospital in Toledo by air ambulance. Mr. Adlington succumbed to his injuries from the crash at the hospital.
The Toledo Post was assisted on scene by the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office, Fayette-Gorham Fire Department, and Life flight air ambulance. The crash remains under investigation and alcohol is a contributing factor in the crash.
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