PREBLE COUNTY — UPDATE @ 4:19 p.m. (May 28):
A motorcyclist was flown to a local hospital after he crashed into the side of a semi-tractor trailer, according to troopers and firefighters.
The man was wearing a helmet when the crash happened and his injuries are not believed to be life threatening, officials said.
[ Motorcyclist flown to area hospital after crash in Pleasant Hill ]
A portion of U.S. 127 at I-70 was closed while troopers investigated.
The victim’s name was not immediately available.
INITIAL REPORT:
A crash involving a motorcycle and a semi has been reported on U.S. 127 at the I-70 overpass, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Initial reports indicated a medical helicopter was being requested to the scene, according to emergency dispatch traffic.
The crash was reported around 3:10 p.m.
We’re working to learn more.