Eric Ackerman, 42, and one person killed in collision involving towing vehicle on Ohio Turnpike in Henrietta Township, Ohio

Modified Date:

Sun, 07/26/2020 - 7:40am

Accident Date:

Tuesday, July 21, 2020

Two killed when pickup truck hits tow truck operator and driver he was trying to help

According to a news release, a tow truck from Interstate Towing in Norwalk was assisting a disabled vehicle. Both drivers were out of their vehicles when they were hit by a pickup truck.

Special procession held to honor tow truck driver killed while helping motorist on turnpike

Those in the tow truck community wanted to find a way to pay tribute to him, so they organized a procession with tow trucks in Erie County. More than 150 tow trucks took part in the ride-along with local law enforcement.

Type: Pedestrian Accident

People Involved:

Eric Ackerman

Roadway:

Ohio Turnpike

City:

Township of Henrietta, OH

County:

Lorain County, OH

Area:

Cleveland-Akron, OH