Update: Patrol releases more details on Saturday wreck motorcycle crash – Peak of Ohio

Published
June 20, 2026
Outcome
Injured
Location
Bellefontaine, Ohio
U.S. Route 68
Incident type
Motorcycle, Crash, E-bike

Summary

Motorcycle Crash Bellefontaine Ohio in Bellefontaine, Ohio: A 12‑year‑old boy and his 43‑year‑old father were riding a Honda Gold Wing southbound on U.S. Route 68 near County Road 57 in McArthur Township when the motorcycle’s rear tire blew out, causing it to fishtail and lose control after noon on Saturday. Both riders were ejected from the bike; they were wearing helmets. The boy suffered a broken arm, scratches, and road rash and was transported by MedFlight to Nationwide Children’s Hospital in Columbus, while the father declined hospital transport. Troopers cited the father for operating an unsafe vehicle due to the worn tire that caused the blowout.

Publicly reported parties

Name Role Status
William Sabel Unknown Unknown

Original reporting

Update: Patrol releases more details on Saturday wreck motorcycle crash – Peak of Ohio

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