TOLEDO, OH – A devastating crash on Friday evening, July 4, claimed the life of a 22-year-old man and left two others injured, according to the Toledo Police Department (TPD). The collision occurred shortly after 6:30 p.m. in the 3800 block of Airport Highway, near Angola Road.
Authorities report that a 67-year-old driver traveling westbound on Airport Highway crossed the center line, colliding head-on with a vehicle driven by Alex Leonel, a 22-year-old resident of Toledo.
The impact of the crash was severe. Leonel was ejected from the vehicle and pronounced dead at the scene by emergency responders. His sudden and tragic passing has shaken the Toledo community, where he was known as a young man full of potential and life.
The driver who crossed the center line, along with another passenger, sustained injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital for medical treatment. Their current conditions have not been publicly released.
Toledo police are continuing to investigate the cause of the crash and have not yet announced whether any charges will be filed. It remains unclear what factors may have contributed to the 67-year-old driver veering into oncoming traffic.
This heartbreaking incident has once again raised concerns about roadway safety and attentiveness, especially during holiday weekends when traffic volumes are high.
As the community mourns the loss of Alex Leonel, family and friends are left grappling with the grief of losing someone so young and full of promise. Tributes have begun appearing on social media, remembering Alex for his kind spirit, his love for family and friends, and the dreams he never got the chance to fulfill.
Authorities urge anyone who witnessed the crash or may have information to contact Toledo Police as the investigation remains ongoing.
May Alex Leonel rest in peace, and may his loved ones find comfort and strength in the days ahead. 🕊️
