Pickaway County – A woman was rushed to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle while crossing US-23 in Pickaway County on the evening of November 10, 2024. The crash occurred around 6:30 p.m. near the intersection of Tarlton Road.
According to the Pickaway County Sheriff’s Office, Kossigan Motchon, 32, of Columbus, was driving a 2016 Toyota Highlander northbound on US-23 when he approached the intersection with Tarlton Road. As he drove through the intersection, he struck a pedestrian crossing the highway.
The pedestrian, identified as 23-year-old Paige Calhoun of Circleville, was seriously injured in the collision. She was immediately transported by ambulance to Grant Hospital for medical treatment.
In response to the crash, law enforcement temporarily shut down the roadway for several hours to investigate the incident. The Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that the crash is still under investigation. As of now, no charges have been filed against Motchon.
Authorities are continuing to look into the circumstances surrounding the crash, and more information will be released as the investigation progresses.
