Ohio mother of three dies when fallen tree crushes her SUV on highway
Bridget E. Reagan, a 35-year-old mother of three from Minerva, Ohio, was killed after a large tree fell onto her Jeep Wagoneer on US 30 in Paris Township.
Authorities report that Bridget E. Reagan was driving west on US Route 30 in Paris Township when a massive tree collapsed onto her 2023 Jeep Wagoneer, killing her at the scene. Ohio State Highway Patrol Lt. Johnnie Maier said investigators are looking into ground saturation or tree rot, but everything points to a natural event. Reagan, a 35-year-old mother of three and owner of the Chic Haven clothing and home-decor store, was celebrated locally for her energy and charitable work, including support for SAVE22 Veterans.
The Minerva Area Chamber of Commerce expressed deep condolences, highlighting her lasting impact on the community. Friends and fellow business owners have launched tributes, including a memorial candle by Gardner Candle Co. and a GoFundMe campaign to aid her family and cover funeral costs.
Why it matters
The tragedy underscores the sudden danger of natural hazards and the loss felt by a close-knit community.
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