A truck crash involving meth use unfolded in Ohio on Wednesday, October 16. The incident started when Markel Bufford struck a concrete barrier at a truck stop in Jackson Township.
The sequence: After the initial hit, Bufford tried to ditch his trailer in Ellsworth Township, leading to another crash into a ditch near Palmyra Road and State Route 45.
- He left his trailer, a passenger, and two dogs behind. Bufford attempted to hide in a barn after abandoning his rig.
- Meth was found inside his truck, and Bufford admitted using it before the chaos ensued.
Charges: Bufford faces charges for OVI and felony drug possession.
Police eventually tracked him down in a barn where he was hiding out. The extent of the damages from the crashes was not detailed, but thankfully, no serious injuries were reported.
For those looking for more details, this incident was reported by Fox8.