Ohio State Highway Patrol Investigates Fatal Crash on Harrison Road
FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, Ohio — The Ohio State Highway Patrol (OSHP) is investigating a tragic two-vehicle crash involving an E-bike that claimed the life of a local man on Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
According to an OSHP news release, the crash occurred at approximately 3:15 p.m. on Harrison Road, about two miles east of Nonpariel Road. Emergency personnel from Fredericksburg responded after a report of a van striking an E-bike.
Preliminary investigation revealed that a white 2012 Ford van and a gray Magnum Nomad E-bike, both traveling eastbound, were involved. The van struck the E-bike from behind, causing the rider to be ejected and come to rest in the roadway.
The victim was identified as 61-year-old Mervin D. Troyer of Fredericksburg, who was operating the E-bike. Sadly, Mr. Troyer was pronounced deceased at the scene. Authorities noted that he was not wearing a helmet at the time of the crash.
The 19-year-old Millersburg man driving the Ford van was wearing a seatbelt and did not sustain any injuries.
Assisting at the scene were Fredericksburg Fire & EMS, Metro LifeFlight, Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, and Wayne County Coroner’s Office.
The crash remains under investigation as authorities continue to determine the factors that contributed to this tragic incident.
Our thoughts and deepest condolences go out to the family, friends, and loved ones of Mervin D. Troyer during this difficult time.