Chevrolet Equinox Strikes Pedestrian on North Wilson Road, Victim Dies
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Fatal Collision Occurs Late Monday Night pedestrian was struck at 11:25 p.m. on Monday, February 3, while walking on North Wilson Road near Enterprise Avenue in Columbus’s west side. The Columbus Division of Police confirmed the adult victim was hit by a vehicle traveling southbound on that road [1]. Emergency responders arrived promptly and secured the scene for investigation [1].
Southbound Chevrolet Equinox Identified as Involved Vehicle Police identified the crashing vehicle as a Chevrolet Equinox midsize SUV heading south on North Wilson Road at the time of impact [1]. The make and direction were recorded in the preliminary report, aiding investigators in reconstructing the event [1]. No other vehicles were reported to be involved in the collision [1].
Emergency Response and Hospital Pronouncement The injured pedestrian was transported to Grant Medical Center, where they were pronounced dead at 11:58 p.m., less than thirty minutes after the crash [1]. Medical personnel followed standard severe‑trauma protocols during treatment [1]. The rapid fatality underscores the seriousness of the injuries sustained in the impact [1].
Driver Remains at Scene, Investigation Ongoing The driver of the Chevrolet Equinox stayed at the crash site, allowing police to gather initial evidence without delay [1]. Columbus police announced the investigation remains active, with potential contributing factors and possible charges yet to be determined [1]. Authorities continue to interview witnesses and review vehicle data to establish liability [1].
Timeline
Dec 17, 2025 – A Columbus police cruiser with lights on parks in the right lane of Hayden Road when a 2017 GMC Terrain driven by a 23‑year‑old woman fails to maintain distance and rear‑ends it; the impact rolls the SUV onto its roof, the officer “exclaims in shock,” and both the officer and driver sustain minor injuries and are taken to Grant Medical Center and Riverside Methodist Hospital respectively; the driver receives citations for failure to maintain assured clear distance ahead and for OVI, highlighting enforcement of impaired‑driving laws [2].
Feb 3, 2026 – At 11:25 p.m., a southbound Chevrolet Equinox strikes an adult pedestrian walking on North Wilson Road near Enterprise Avenue; emergency responders transport the victim to Grant Medical Center, where they are pronounced dead at 11:58 p.m.; the driver stays at the scene, facilitating police evidence collection; the Columbus Division of Police continues its investigation into contributing factors and potential charges [1].