Pickup truck slams into tree in West Milton; Driver taken to hospital

Credit: Apple Cassidy

Credit: Apple Cassidy

WEST MILTON -- A 61-year-old city resident has been taken to Miami Valley Hospital after crashing his pickup truck into a tree in the 100 block of Front Street on Wednesday night, police said.

West Milton police Officer Mike Morgan said the incident is under investigation, but alcohol is suspected in the accident reported about 9:38.

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Investigators are awaiting the toxicology report and an update from the hospital on the man's condition, Officer Morgan said.

The victim was taken to the hospital by Care Flight. His condition was not known, but the officer said his injuries likely are serious.

He was alone when he crashed his Ford F-150, the officer said.

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