Ohio State Highway Patrol have released the identities of the victims from the malfunctioning Fireball ride at the state fair Wednesday.
Tyler Jarrell, 18, of Columbus, Ohio, was pronounced dead at the fairgrounds, according to a media release. Jarrell signed up to join the United States Marine Corps on July 21, according to Sgt. Katelyn Brink.
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According to Columbus Police Deputy Chief Thomas Quinlan, Jarrell was a Columbus Police Explorer. “He was a person who, at a young age, was committed to public service.”
Others injured include:
Tamika Dunlap, 36, of Reynoldsburg;
Russell Franks, 42, of Columbus;
Keziah Lewis, 19, of Columbus;
Jacob Andrews, 22, of Pataskala;
Jennifer Lambert, 18, of Columbus;
Abdihakim Hussein, 19, of Columbus;
And a 14 year-old male whose name is being withheld at the request of the family.
Those who witnessed the accident and would like to assist investigators can call 614-799-6633.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends at this difficult time.