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New Albany High School senior killed in Genoa Township crash, 4 other teens injured

New Albany High School principal Ken Kraemer said Michael Lucey died as a result of the crash.

A New Albany High School senior was killed in a crash in Genoa Township late Sunday night and four other teens were injured.

Genoa Township police said officers were called to the 5500 block of Red Bank Road, south of Center Village Road, around 11:30 p.m.

When officers arrived, they found an SUV that had rolled over multiple times. The five high school seniors, all 17 years old, were inside the SUV.

Police said two of them were taken to the hospital in critical condition and three were treated for injuries ranging from minor to serious.

Michael Lucey died early Monday morning as a result of the crash, his mother told 10TV.

Lindsay Harris says it is clear her son was “loved by many.” She said she’s received calls all day from people who knew her son from basketball, Boy Scouts and school.

The family said they appreciate the support during this difficult time.

"Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of these students and all those affected by this tragic accident. Thank you for your support of the entire New Albany High School family during this difficult time in our community," New Albany High School principal Ken Kraemer said in a letter sent to staff and families.

If anyone has any information about the crash, they are asked to call Genoa Township Police at 740-833-2800. 

Police said speed and alcohol are believed to have been a factor in the crash.

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New Albany High School Principal Ken Kraemer's letter to parents: 

Dear New Albany Families,

It is with great sadness that I share the tragic news of a car accident involving five New Albany High School incoming seniors yesterday evening. We are still in the early stages of learning what happened and working to contact each family. With permission from his mother, we are sharing the sad news that Michael Lucey passed away as a result of this accident. One other student is hospitalized and three students sustained only minor injuries.

Our Eagle Crisis Response team is activated and will provide support services for students/staff. On Tuesday, August 4th and Wednesday, August 5th, from 9 am -11 am, please call 614-413-8300 and a secretary will assist in linking you to these services. If your child is experiencing a mental health emergency please call the Nationwide Children’s Hospital Crisis line: 614-722-1800. This hotline is monitored 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Finally, a helpful resource for families during this time is attached "Helping Your Child Cope with Grief".

Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of these students and all those affected by this tragic accident. Thank you for your support of the entire New Albany High School family during this difficult time in our community.

With deepest sympathy,

Ken Kraemer

NAHS Principal

 

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