The Hamilton County Coroner’s Office has identified 47-year-old Reco T. Williams as the man tragically killed on I-75 early Sunday morning. The fatal accident occurred around 1:30 a.m. when Williams, a Cincinnati resident, was struck by a vehicle while inspecting his disabled car on the right shoulder of the interstate.
According to Cincinnati police, Williams and an unnamed female companion were traveling in a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu when they experienced car trouble. After pulling over, they were examining the vehicle when the accident occurred. The Cincinnati Fire Department transported Williams to the University Hospital Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators reported that a 30-year-old male driver, heading north on I-75, lost control of his vehicle and veered off the right side of the roadway, striking Williams. The driver indicated he was unable to regain control of his car before hitting the man on the shoulder. Police have not disclosed specific details about what might have caused the driver to lose control, and no further injuries were reported in the crash.
While no charges have been announced, the incident is under investigation as authorities work to determine what led to the driver’s loss of control. Cincinnati police are reviewing any potential contributing factors, including road conditions, speed, or impairment, which might have played a role in the tragic accident.
This incident serves as a reminder of the dangers motorists face when stranded on high-speed roadways. Experts advise drivers to exercise caution when inspecting a vehicle on the shoulder, especially on busy highways like I-75.
In situations involving a disabled vehicle, safety professionals recommend staying inside the car if possible and waiting for assistance, as highway shoulders can be perilous locations for pedestrians.
The Hamilton County coroner’s confirmation of Williams’ identity has brought both sadness and clarity for his family and friends, who now mourn the loss of a loved one in a tragic highway accident.
