The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal traffic accident that occurred on May 26, 2025, in Knox County. The incident took place at 00:51 AM on State Route 229 near milepost 7 in Clinton Township.
Ryan Carlisle, a 35-year-old resident of Centerburg, Ohio, was driving a 2016 Ram 3500 westbound when he failed to negotiate a curve. His vehicle left the roadway and struck several utility poles. Zachary White, aged 32 and also from Centerburg, was a passenger in the front seat.
Mr. Carlisle sustained minor injuries and was taken to Knox Community Hospital by Mount Vernon Fire/EMS. Mr. White was transported from the scene by the same emergency services team but was pronounced deceased upon arrival at the hospital.
The Ohio State Highway Patrol received assistance at the scene from the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, Mount Vernon Police Department, and Mount Vernon Fire/EMS. Alcohol is suspected to have been a factor in the crash, which remains under investigation.
