MOUNT VERNON — A Cardington woman was killed in a one-vehicle crash at 6:03 a.m. in Knox County, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol.
Wanda M. Rucker, 57, of Cardington, was operating a 2010 Toyota Prius when she drove off the right side of the road and struck a tree at the intersection of County Road 13 and Township Road 389 in Morris Township of Knox County, the patrol reported. She was transported to the Knox Community Hospital and died as a result of her injuries and previous medical complications.
Mount Vernon Fire Department, EMS, and Knox County Sheriff’s Office assisted on scene. Alcohol or drugs are not believed to be a factor in this crash. Her seat belt was in use.
This crash is still under investigation.
