The Van Wert County Courthouse

Tuesday, May. 19, 2026

Car vs. pole…

This single vehicle accident occurred shortly after 4 p.m. Monday at the intersection of Crawford and Harrison streets, when a car collided with a utility pole at the intersection. The Van Wert Fire Department’s EMS unit responded to the scene but no assistance was required. City police investigated the accident. Bob Barnes/VWFD photographer

POSTED: 05/18/26 at 8:45 pm. FILED UNDER: News