Courtney Copas : “Tragic Ohio Crash: Woman and 3 Kids Killed, Suspect Charged”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Ohio crash suspect charged
2. Woman and children killed in Ohio crash

A tragic crash in Scioto County, Ohio, claimed the lives of three young children last week, with a fourth person succumbing to injuries recently. The accident occurred on State Route 104 in Morgan Township when Gage Smith, 22, lost control of his vehicle and collided with another. The three children in Smith’s vehicle, aged 4, 5, and 6, tragically lost their lives. Courtney Copas, 28, also sustained serious injuries and later passed away at Grant Medical Center. Smith, suspected of driving under the influence, faces charges of aggravated vehicular homicide and assault. The community mourns the loss of these precious lives.

Tragic Crash Claims Fourth Victim in Scioto County

Heartbreaking news has emerged from Scioto County, Ohio, as a fourth person has tragically lost their life following a devastating crash that took the lives of three young children last week. The incident occurred on State Route 104 in Morgan Township on May 24, leaving the community reeling from the immense loss.

Details of the Crash

The Ohio State Highway Patrol responded to a distressing call about a two-vehicle collision on SR 104, where 22-year-old Gage Smith of Piketon was driving northbound. According to OSHP reports, Smith lost control of his vehicle after overtaking another northbound vehicle, crossing into the oncoming lane, and colliding with a southbound vehicle.

Tragically, three innocent children who were passengers in Smith’s vehicle lost their lives in the crash. The young victims were identified as 4-year-old Navy Copas, 6-year-old Madison Copas, and 5-year-old Xavier Smith, leaving a community in mourning.

Additional Casualties and Legal Ramifications

Furthermore, 28-year-old Courtney Copas, also from Piketon, sustained serious injuries in the crash and was rushed to Grant Medical Center for treatment. However, the devastating news came on May 31 when it was confirmed that Copas had succumbed to her injuries, adding to the tragic toll of the accident.

Gage Smith, the driver responsible for the collision, received medical attention following the crash and is currently in custody at Scioto County Jail. Authorities suspect that Smith was under the influence of drugs at the time of the incident, with impairment believed to have played a significant role in the tragic outcome.

Smith now faces serious legal repercussions, with charges including three counts of aggravated vehicular homicide and one count of aggravated vehicular assault. While the situation continues to unfold, it remains uncertain if the charges will be revised following the recent fatality of Courtney Copas.

Community in Mourning

The loss of four lives in this devastating crash has sent shockwaves through the community of Scioto County, leaving families shattered and loved ones grieving. As the investigation continues and legal proceedings unfold, the impact of this tragic event will be felt for years to come.

Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking incident, and we stand in solidarity with the families who are now grappling with unimaginable loss.

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