SEDAMSVILLE, OH (THECOUNT) — Conner Cain, An Oak Hills senior student, has been identified as the victim in a Sedamsville, Ohio, crash Monday, school officials said Wednesday.
Cain, 17, has died Tuesday from critical injuries following a two-vehicle accident at Stille Drive, near River Road, in Sedamsville shortly after 9 a.m.
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Police said Cain was driving a 2004 Ford Taurus westbound on River Road, when for an unknown reason, crossed the double yellow line. His vehicle then struck an eastbound 2014 Ford F-150, police said.
Oak Hills High School released the following statements on the tragic student death:
“Last night, I was notified of the tragic death of one of our students, senior Conner Cain. Conner was involved in an automobile accident on Monday morning, resulting in injuries from which he was unable to recover,” wrote Oak Hills High School Principal Travis Hunt in a letter to students, parents and staff.
“Please keep the Cain family in your thoughts. We appreciate the comfort already extended by our school community. Guidance counselors are available throughout the day at the high school for any students and staff needing assistance and support.
“We will share information about funeral services when it is available.” source
Cain was transported to an area hospital where he was later pronounced dead of blunt force trauma suffered in the crash.
The other driver, 26-year-old Kenneth Orloff, was treated on scene and released, police said.
Both drivers wore seatbelts, according to police.
The crash remains under investigation.
Excessive speed and impairment appear do not appear to be factors, according to police.
Anyone with information on the deadly crash should contact police at 911.