Nine people died in deadly crashes on Ohio roadways during the New Year’s holiday period.
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The reporting period began at midnight on Dec. 31, 2025, through 11:59 p.m. Jan. 4, 2026, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Of the nine deaths, at least one happened when a safety belt was not used.
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Franklin County recorded the highest number of incidents, with 464 reported, according to OSP.
Following Franklin County were Lorain, Mahoning, and Medina counties.
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