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Monday, 04 June 2012 11:19

4th Brunswick Teen Dies After Crash

Updated 11:44 a.m. Monday.

A deadly car accident in Columbia Township over the weekend ended the lives of four Brunswick High School students.

Kevin Fox, 18, was pronounced dead Monday morning at MetroHealth Medical Center.

Jeffery Chaya was behind the wheel while traveling west on Boston Road in Columbia Township, when officials say he drove across railroad tracks, and lost control.

"When it landed, the driver lost control. After losing control, it went off the roadway, rolling over and rolled onto its top," Sgt. R. Cross said, with the Elyria Post of the State Highway Patrol.

Chaya, Blake Bartchak, and Lexi Poerner died following the crash Sunday morning.

Julia Romito is the lone survivor and her condition is not known at this time.

Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers continue to investigate the crash. Authorities believe a high rate of speed could have been a factor in the crash.

Grief counselors will be at the school all day Monday and Tuesday for any students, staff or community members who may need assistance in dealing with this tragedy.

A message from the district was posted to its website:

"During this very difficult time, we also ask that you please keep families in your thoughts and prayers."

 

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