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Pendleton’s pickup truck then went off the side of the road, struck a utility pole and overturned, causing him and a 17-year-old passenger to become trapped inside for a short period of time.
A Clark County deputy arrived on scene and rendered aid until Madison Township and Harmony Township EMS arrived to take Pendleton to Miami Valley Hospital by CareFlight, OSHP stated.
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According to OSHP, speed, alcohol impairment and failing to wear a seat belt were all contributors of the crash.
The 17-year-old, who was wearing a seat belt, was evaluated at Springfield Regional Medical Center and released.
As of Monday afternoon, Pendleton was listed in fair condition at Miami Valley Hospital, according to a hospital spokesperson.
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