Akron sees 2 fatal crashes in less than 24 hours

AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Two separate traffic accidents in Akron resulted in the death of one driver and injury of another Wednesday.

Akron police say they responded to the 1500 block of Triplett Boulevard around 2:40 p.m..

Officers found a crashed motorcycle and its driver on the ground, officials say.

The 36-year-old man was transported to Summa Health Akron City Hospital for serious injuries.

Officials say preliminary indications show the motorcycle may have hit a layer of oil, causing the driver to lose control.

A second, unrelated accident happened on I-76 westbound near Gilchrist road and Market Street.

Officials say a Chevy Silverado struck a Volkswagen Passat around 7:08 p.m..

Police say the driver of the Chevy struck the front left side of the Volkswagen, causing the truck to turn 90 degrees and roll down the embankment.

The 39-year-old man in the Chevy was not wearing a seatbelt and was ejected during the crash, officials say. The Volkswagen driver was uninjured.

The Chevy driver was later announced dead at the scene.

Investigators do not believe alcohol was a factor, but speed is unknown.

Correction: A previous version of this story incorrectly stated the motorcyclist died following the crash. Akron police issued a correction, and this story has been updated. 19 News regrets the error.