Brenda A. Farley Obituary, Death: One killed in two-vehicle crash in Scioto Township
Brenda A. Farley Obituary, Death – A fatal two-vehicle collision occurred in Delaware County, Ohio, on June 28, leaving one person dead and another with minor injuries, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The crash happened around 5:04 p.m. on U.S. Route 36. Authorities say a Buick Enclave was heading east when it suddenly crossed the centerline and crashed head-on into a westbound Honda Accord.
The impact of the collision was severe, and the driver of the Honda Accord, 82-year-old Brenda A. Farley of Mechanicsburg, was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Emergency responders arrived quickly, but Farley could not be revived due to the extent of her injuries.
The driver of the Buick Enclave, whose identity has not been released, sustained only minor injuries. That individual was transported to OhioHealth’s Riverside Methodist Hospital for evaluation and treatment.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, both drivers were wearing seatbelts at the time of the crash. The use of seatbelts is believed to have helped reduce the severity of the injuries for the surviving driver.
Investigators from the Delaware County post of the State Patrol are still working to determine what caused the Buick to veer into oncoming traffic. At this point, it is unclear whether distraction, impairment, a medical emergency, or a mechanical issue may have played a role in the collision.
There has been no indication yet of whether any charges will be filed, and no further details have been released about the condition or age of the surviving driver.
The crash remains under active investigation. Authorities are likely reviewing possible surveillance footage, road conditions, and eyewitness accounts to piece together a full understanding of the events leading up to the fatal collision.
Brenda Farley’s death has deeply impacted the Mechanicsburg community. Friends and family remember her as a longtime resident, and her sudden passing has left loved ones in mourning.
U.S. Route 36 was temporarily closed in both directions following the crash to allow investigators to assess the scene and clear the wreckage. Traffic was diverted for several hours before the roadway was reopened.
Officials are using this tragedy to remind all motorists of the importance of staying alert and focused while behind the wheel, especially on two-lane highways where opposing traffic is separated only by a centerline.
As the investigation continues, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has information that could help clarify what happened to contact the Delaware County post.
Further updates will be provided as more details become available. For now, authorities are working diligently to determine the cause of the crash and prevent similar tragedies in the future.
