Brandon R. Evans dies in fatal Stark County crash
Fatal Stark County crash death of Brandon R. Evans – Obituary
On the evening of December 13, 2024, at approximately 6:37 p.m., a tragic crash occurred on State Route 172 near milepost 30 in Paris Township, Stark County. Brandon R. Evans, a 42-year-old resident of Malvern, was driving his silver 2016 Chevy Silverado eastbound when he lost control of the vehicle. The truck veered off the road, hitting a traffic sign, a culvert, and multiple trees before overturning and coming to a stop in a wooded area.
Despite the efforts of emergency responders, Evans was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities reported that Evans was not wearing his seatbelt at the time of the incident, and alcohol may have been a contributing factor. The crash is still under investigation by the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Assistance at the scene was provided by Minerva Fire & EMS, the Sandy Creek Joint Fire District, the Stark County Coroner’s Office, and Keith’s Towing.
