Police in Youngstown are looking into a serious crash that happened early Sunday morning at the intersection of Market Street and Myrtle Avenue. The collision occurred sometime before 3 a.m. and left multiple people injured.
According to reports from the scene, two vehicles were involved in the wreck, and the damage to both cars was severe. One of the vehicles reportedly ended up split in half from the force of the impact. Witnesses who were nearby said they believed several people were riding in each car at the time of the crash.
Some of those who saw the aftermath also told local news crews that a third vehicle may have been involved in the incident. That car was reportedly seen leaving the area before officers arrived, and it is not clear if the driver has been identified or located since then.
Emergency crews responded quickly and worked to clear the scene. In total, four people were taken to the hospital following the crash. Their current conditions have not been made public, and authorities have not released details about the severity of their injuries.
Road Closures and Ongoing Investigation
Because of the extent of the wreckage, officers shut down a stretch of Market Street while crews worked to clear debris from the roadway.
The closure reportedly stretched from East Marion Avenue to Pyatt Street, and parts of the street were covered in broken glass and vehicle parts during the cleanup.
Detectives were seen at the scene working to piece together what led up to the crash. As of now, police have not released an official cause, and the investigation remains active. Officials say updates will be shared as more information becomes available.
Community Reaction and What Comes Next
News of the crash spread quickly through the Youngstown area, with many residents expressing concern over the intersection where the accident took place.
Some longtime locals say they have noticed an increase in traffic incidents in that part of town recently, though it is unclear if that played any role in Sunday’s crash.
For now, police are urging anyone who may have witnessed the crash, including anyone with information about the third vehicle reported to have left the scene, to come forward and speak with investigators. No arrests or citations had been announced as of the latest update.
The identities of those hospitalized have not been released, and their conditions remain unknown at this time. This story is developing, and further details will be added once law enforcement provides an update on the cause of the crash and the status of those involved.
