For Immediate Release
August 14, 2014
Early Morning Pursuit In Liberty Township Ends In Injury Crash
Butler County Sheriff Richard K. Jones reports that around 3am today, deputies initiated a traffic stop on Hamilton Mason Road near Liberty Grand Drive in Liberty Township. The driver of a blue 1996 Dodge truck pulled over but then took off once deputies approached the vehicle. The driver, Austin Zehenni, 30 year old male, took off westbound and deputies gave chase. It appears Zehenni lost control near Royale Drive and struck two utility poles. He was ejected from the vehicle, suffering leg and head injuries.
Liberty Township emergency crews responded to the scene and transported Mr. Zehinni to West Chester Hospital. Deputies issued citations for OVI, Driving Under a Child Support Suspension, Seatbelt Violation and Failure to Control. Mr. Zehenni’s injuries are non-life threatening and the deputies involved were not injured during the pursuit.
The case remains under investigation by the Butler County Sheriff’s Office.
Prepared by:
Sgt. Melissa Gerhardt
Public Information Officer
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