This accident, involving 2 vehicles occurred on Monday, July 10th 2023 at approximately 3:39 am. The driver of black Kia (2018) ran red light. Injuries were reported. An officer from Cleveland Police Department was present at the scene and recorded the information contained in this report.
Unit 1 was SB on E 78th St approaching a red traffic signal at Union Ave; at speeds well above the posted speed limit. As Unit 1 entered the intersection; Unit 2 was going WB on Union Ave; approaching the green traffic signal at E 78th St. The front end of Unit 2 collided with the left side of Unit 1. Unit 1 sheared in half at the B pillar when it collided with a wooden utility pole; ejecting the rear passenger. Unit 2 rotated spun; and collided with another wooden utility pole. The front passenger of Unit 2 was ejected through the front passenger window.

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Driver: 16 years old, Male, Serious injury suspected Seatbelt: None Airbags: Deployed both front/side | ||
2 | Passanger: 13 years old, Male, Serious injury suspected Seatbelt: None Airbags: Deployed side |

| Occupant | Safety Belt | Air Bags | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
1 | Driver: 31 years old, Female, Serious injury suspected Seatbelt: Shoulder and lap belt used Airbags: Deployed both front/side | ||
2 | Passanger: 33 years old, Male, Fatal Seatbelt: Shoulder and lap belt used Airbags: Deployed both front/side |
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