Kenton Ridge High School Stages Mock Crash to Show the Dangers of Distracted and Impaired Driving
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Kenton Ridge High School Stages Mock Crash to Show the Dangers of Distracted and Impaired Driving
Kenton Ridge High School Stages Mock Crash to Show the Dangers of Distracted and Impaired Driving
Kenton Ridge High School recently held a Mock Crash Simulation to help students understand the real dangers of distracted and impaired driving. The event took place on Friday, October 3, 2025, in the former student parking lot ahead of homecoming and involved students, staff, and several local service agencies.
The scene included real vehicles, law enforcement cruisers, EMS ambulances, and even a hearse. The scenario showed what can happen when an intoxicated driver causes a crash, resulting in serious injuries and a teenage fatality. Kenton Ridge students played the victims, while local agencies acted in their real-life roles to make the experience as realistic as possible.
The hour-long simulation was narrated with important facts about seat belt use, impaired driving, distracted driving, and safe driving. Students also got a glimpse of how emergency response can be affected when resources are limited—this year, Premiere CareFlight was involved, but the helicopter was called away to another incident. The scenario ended with the victim being transported by a funeral home hearse, a sobering reminder of how quickly choices behind the wheel can have lasting consequences.
A big thank you to Kenton Ridge High School Teacher Heather Shaffer for coordinating the event with all of the agencies involved. We would also like to thank Kenton Ridge Campus SRO Deputy Megan Hawley and the Clark County Sheriff's Office, Moorefield Township Deputy Holly Risner, Will Lawson and the Moorefield Township Fire Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, Clark County Coroner's Office, Littleton & Rue Funeral Home, and Premier Health CareFlight for their support with this event. With the help of these dedicated individuals and organizations, the Mock Crash was a meaningful learning experience that reinforced the importance of safe, responsible driving.
We also want to thank the Hess family for sharing their heart-wrenching story about the loss of their daughter in a similar situation, helping students connect the lesson to real-life experiences.
Before you view the slideshow, please note that these photos are from Kenton Ridge High School’s Mock Crash Simulation. The images may look intense or emotional, but they are not real—students and first responders worked together to create a realistic scene to help raise awareness about the dangers of distracted and impaired driving. Viewer discretion is advised.