GALLIA COUNTY, Ohio (WCHS) — Two motorcyclists were killed in a multi-vehicle crash on State Route 850 at approximately 2:30 p.m. Saturday.
According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, 28-year-old Brandon C. L. Sias of Chesapeake and 28-year-old Hunter R. Ferguson of Huntington collided with a car after both motorcycles veered left of center. Both men were pronounced dead at the scene.
A third motorcyclist, 58-year-old Cecil Ferguson, crashed into the vehicle following the initial impact, which spun the car into oncoming traffic.
Authorities reported that two additional motorcyclists managed to avoid the car, although one motorcycle went into a ditch. All three of these motorcyclists suffered minor injuries.
Emergency responders were on the scene to assist with the injured and manage the roadway. The area experienced lane closures during the investigation.
The investigation into the crash is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.