Father of 6 dies after SUV crashes into utility pole in Stark County

Published
March 12, 2026
Outcome
Fatal
Location
Cleveland, Ohio
View on map
Incident type
Crash

Summary

Car Crash Cleveland Ohio in Cleveland, Ohio: A 36-year-old man, Michael Bailey, died after his Ford Explorer crashed into a utility pole in Stark County, Ohio, while driving northbound on Berger Street NE. The crash occurred around 10 p.m. and involved no other injuries. The family raised funds for funeral and other expenses, noting the driver was not wearing a seatbelt and alcohol was a contributing factor. The incident remains under investigation.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
Michael Bailey Named in reporting

Original reporting

Father of 6 dies after SUV crashes into utility pole in Stark County

Related accident news

More reports in this area