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1 Killed in Car Accident in Harrison County

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One person is dead after an accident Tuesday morning in the Johnstown area of Harrison County, according to HCSD.

Donald Hammond, 47, of Jane Lew was driving when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree just before 8:30 a.m.

Hammond was talking to ambulance crew while being transported to UHC but died from injuries, officials said.

Hammond had prior heart issues but officials don't know whether his medical issue caused the accident or resulting death.  They are hoping autopsy results will help.

Officials said they called for health net originally but weren't able to fly due to weather.