A “darling” Ross Middle School teacher was one of three victims who died in a car crash in West Chester Sunday evening.
Nicole Pelton, 52, of Liberty Township, was a “beloved” teacher who served at the middle school for 22 years, according to a letter the district sent to parents.
She taught sixth grade science, Mandy Rice, a school representative, wrote in an email.
“Ms. Pelton was not just a teacher; she was a beacon of light in our school community with a passion for sharing her love of science,” the letter read. “Colleagues spoke of how she had a unique talent for infusing her love of science into her lessons and that she always continued to have fun learning in her classroom.”
“His enthusiastic approach to teaching sparked curiosity and enthusiasm in his students, leaving a lasting impression on their educational journey.”
Pelton and her husband, Patrick Pelton, 52, were killed in the crash on Cox Road near Voice of America Park after their car was struck by Gregory Meyer, 65, of Middletown, police said. responsible. Meyer also died in the crash.
West Chester police released 12 separate 911 calls describing the crash that occurred just after 6 p.m.
Police spokeswoman Barb Wilson said Meyer was driving the wrong way on Cox Road before hitting two vehicles.
The first collision was minor. However, the collision with the second vehicle, occupied by Pelton and her husband, occurred head-on and left the car “torn in two”, according to witnesses.
Pelton and her husband both died at the scene after suffering a chest injury and multiple traumatic injuries, respectively, according to the coroner’s office. Meyer was transported to West Chester Hospital where he died from a compression injury.
Authorities have not released information about why Meyer was driving in the wrong direction.
Ross Middle School counselors will provide counseling and grief support services to staff and students in response to Pelton’s death.
This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: Ross Middle School Teacher Nicole Pelton Dies in Car Crash
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