Pedestrian Struck on Akron Highway, Suffers Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

Crash occurred on SR 193 near Trumbull Ave, prompting lane closure as authorities investigated

Published on Feb. 12, 2026

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A 33-year-old Akron woman was struck by a vehicle while walking on SR 193 near Trumbull Ave early Wednesday morning. The pedestrian suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a hospital for treatment. The crash prompted a lane closure as the Ohio State Highway Patrol investigated the incident.

Why it matters

Pedestrian-involved crashes on transitional highway segments like SR 193 can be particularly dangerous, especially during overnight hours when visibility is reduced. This incident highlights the need for safety measures and driver awareness in these types of areas.

The details

According to the Ohio State Highway Patrol, the 33-year-old pedestrian was walking south in the right lane of SR 193 when she was struck by a 2017 Subaru driven by a 48-year-old Youngstown man, also traveling south. Emergency medical services transported the woman to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Authorities used flares and restricted one lane while investigating the scene.

  • The crash occurred on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at approximately 3:10 a.m.

The players

33-year-old Akron woman

The pedestrian who was struck and injured in the crash.

48-year-old Youngstown man

The driver of the 2017 Subaru that struck the pedestrian.

Ohio State Highway Patrol

The law enforcement agency investigating the incident.

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What’s next

The Ohio State Highway Patrol will continue investigating the crash to determine if any charges or citations will be filed.

The takeaway

This incident underscores the importance of driver awareness and safety measures on transitional highway segments, especially during overnight hours when visibility is reduced and the risk of serious pedestrian-involved crashes is heightened.