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Fatal Crash Update: Vehicle Reported Stolen Save Email Print
Posted: 10:19 AM Aug 15, 2008
 Last Updated: 9:15 PM Aug 15, 2008
 Reporter: Kim Lucey
Email Address: Kim.Lucey@wtap.com
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The vehicle involved in Friday morning's fatal accident in Belpre was reported stolen just before the crash.

The fatal accident happened around 4:30 Friday morning off of Farson Street.

Belpre Police say a 15-year-old drove the vehicle through a fence before coming to rest in the International Converter Inc. parking lot.

The 15-year-old was killed in the accident. The 13-year-old passenger was transported to Camden Clark Memorial Hospital. His condition is unknown at this time.

Washington county sheriff's officials say William Joy of Belpre reported the Dodge Durango stolen just before the crash.

We'll continue to bring you updates throughout the day as more information becomes available to us.
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Posted by: Candy Prall (Cross) Location: Belpre on Sep 2, 2008 at 09:53 AM
Alex was a great kid as so I am sure Mitch was too, My son loved Alex like a brother, I remember the last time they were all chillin at my house, Alex and that smile, we will never forget you bubba,we love and miss you every day...same for Mitch..This is a tragedy to and for all of us....Both families I am so sorry God be with you all...The saddest thing yet I have had to experience is to go and tell my son Austin his best friend was gone and then to have to tell him that instead of celebrating his 15th Birthday on August 18 with Alex down on the river he would be burrying his best friend on his birthday....I am so sorry Austin I love you bubba I know how much Alex meant to you,Alex loved ya you was his homie....and to those who wanna judge...only god can judge...you have no right....Love ya and miss ya always, now you can be Austins gaurdian angel please watch out for him
Posted by: Brandy Location: Belpre on Aug 20, 2008 at 01:04 AM
I am terribly sorry about the accident that has happend and lost two great boys in the process.. I'm sure neither of them meant to do what was done and noone should judge them.. We all make dumb...dumb mistakes sometimes and parents you cant say you havent back then either..., but not saying they were right.. but everyone is going through a rough time and nobody should make judgements on these kids friends and families .. wait till the police find out what exactly happend.. And to his girlfriend Ashley...Girl I am so sorry!! I know you loved him and you still do and it sucks that hes gone..But he will always be with you in your heart helping you through things hun.. Never forget that he still loves you and is watching over you now.. knowing you still love him. Get ahold of me if you ever need anything! You know my number
Posted by: Lisa Location: Elizabeth on Aug 19, 2008 at 08:24 PM
It is a tragedy that these two boys have lost their lives. My heart goes out to both families. There will be alot rumors going around that will hurt these two families. I know first hand how people can say bad things that they don't know anything about. I lost a brother when I was younger and many people called my mom a bad parent. But that wasn't true she was a very good mom and I don't think people should judge these parents and their parenting skills, especially if they do not know them very well, afterall it could happen to anybody and the same things could be said about them. Right now I think the families just need a lot of prayers to help them through this terrible tragedy.
Posted by: Tiffany Carson Location: calhoun county on Aug 19, 2008 at 12:29 AM
I loved alex as a friend he would stick up for anyone i mean if someone was making fun of you he would stick up for you...Alex was a great friend and he died to soon i am sure that he would have wanted to live his life to the fullest but now that he is up in heaven i am sure he is not thinking that now i know alex misses all of us and we miss him to whats done is done and there is nothing we can do about it we just have to love him and know that he is a better place and he is watching over us and we need to carry all of our memories around forever no matter what i love you William Alexander Joy and i will miss you like crazy but i know that you are in a better place and i am greatful for that and i know you are happy but you will always be in our hearts and with us someday all of us and thats the day that i will look forward to for the rest of my life... i love you William Alexander Joy (may you rest in peace) We will see each other again in the near future..
Posted by: Glenna Location: Little Hocking on Aug 18, 2008 at 10:59 PM
Mitch, I know you can't see or hear me. I just wanted say I have enjoyed watching you play since you were five yrs old. Please know that I care very much for you and God Bless both famlies.
Posted by: Mikah Jo Location: Little Hocking on Aug 18, 2008 at 09:52 AM
Mitch, hang in there!! I know that you will make it through. you are in my prayers...............Mikey
Posted by: Jan (Smeeks) Location: Belpre on Aug 17, 2008 at 11:42 PM
Bill and Pam, I am so sorry for your loss. Willy and Sheri, we are praying for Mitch and hope that he will be one of those miracle kids and prove the Dr.'s wrong. The first thing everyone asks in a situation like this is, Why? Only the higher up knows why and we may never know why, but God has a plan already prepared for us all. Quite often we question his plan, but he is in control and Alex is with him now. Yes, at such a young age it isn't fair. Even though the unknown is hard. Just remember that bright smile, cherish the sound of his laughter, and know that he is in your hearts forever. To the Joys and the Fishers, you and your families will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
Posted by: dillan Location: tanthorey on Aug 17, 2008 at 08:44 PM
alex was my cousin and i loved him o so much and mith was my best friend and i loved him to and doth of there famillies im pretty much the one who got mitch to meet alex and we all had so aswome memeries amd i will never ferget them and pleas pray for mitch and rest in peace alex i love u
Posted by: CONCERNED RESIDENT Location: BEACH DRIVE RESIDENT on Aug 17, 2008 at 06:13 PM
MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO BOTH FAMILYS.IM A PARENT MYSELF OF 5 I COULDNT AMAGINE LOOSEING ONE.I AM SO SORRY THIS HAS HAPPENED TO YOU ALL.YOU WILL BE MISSED ALEX. AND MITCH YOU HANG IN THERE AND GET BETTER.GOD LOVES YOU AND HE WILL ANSWER ALL YOURE FAMILYS PRAYERS.WE ALL LOVE YOU.GOD BLESS YOU.
Posted by: Lauren Location: Belpre on Aug 16, 2008 at 06:30 PM
This has affected everyone at belpre city schools, although we did not all know him very well, it is hard to imagine someone we used to see everyday, gone forever. Please pray for both families. they really need help in this time of need.
Posted by: Brittany Osborne Location: Little Hocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 01:34 PM
R.I.P. Alex. I didn't really know you very well but I do know for sure you will be missed very much. By many many peopl.e <3 Mitchel Scott Fisher.&hearts; Kidd you are absolutely amazing I wish I could take back time soo much and If I were able to see the future how everything would change I would have done anything to change this. I wouldn'y want you to be in this kind of pain like you are. I know you are a good kid. You have made it through a lot. I know for sure you can make it through this. Your a very strong kid. I love you like a lot. Everyone wants you to get better and no one wants to see you in this kind of pain. Get better so we can hang out soon. We've had some great times together. i love you kiddo! <3
Posted by: Rose Location: Little Hocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 11:49 AM
I was very sorry to hear about this terrible tragedy. My sympathy and prayers goes out to the 15 year old's family. No one ever should have to bear such terrible grief. My heart and prayers go out to my neighbors and I will continue to keep you in my htoughts and prayers in hopes for Mitch to pull through. If there is anything I can do.....I will!
Posted by: Jim Location: P-burg on Aug 16, 2008 at 10:44 AM
They should have been home in bed. They would still be here.
Posted by: Nikie Location: Littlehocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 09:37 AM
My heart goes out to both set of parents I know Mitch and let me say my heart is crushed you hang in there buddy I have prayed all night and won't stop praying to all of his friend's and Alex's God loves you and I know first hand right now it don't seem like it but he does may you all feel his peace I will pray for all of you I know it's hard but fight with everything in you!!!!!! GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!!!!!Willy your boy will be ok.......
Posted by: grandma carol Location: belpre on Aug 16, 2008 at 05:58 AM
Alex was and is a wonderful young man, He had a heart of gold. His family and friends were his world. WE will never forget him or stop missing him. ALEX brought so much joy to our family. Sherry and Willey, Mitch is Alex's best friend I know Alex is one of the angels looking over him right now. Our family is praying for mitch and your family, and our family is asking everyone to pray for MITCH. He is such a sweet young man. My family thanks everyone fop there payers and support, please keep the Fishers and Joy families in your prayers. ALEX you will never be forgotten. Love Grandma
Posted by: tricia Location: mineral wells on Aug 16, 2008 at 01:26 AM
alex, i love and miss you so much u were a great friend ur smile could lighten up the room,,i miss you,you will never be forgotten william alex joy rest in peace
Posted by: Kayla Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 10:48 PM
Alex, you were a great guy, and a great friend. Rest in peace. and Don't ever forget that we love you and miss you.
Posted by: Sheila Location: Walker, WV on Aug 15, 2008 at 10:35 PM
My heart goes out to all the families involved. Being a mother of 5 I am praying for both families and the teen still in the hospital. I just recently lost a former 12 y/o stepdaughter on the 28th of July due to a motorcycle accident in Sabina Ohio and I know its soooo hard. I will have the families in my thoughts and prayers. May God be with you and help ease your grief and guide you along.
Posted by: Mariah Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 09:06 PM
For one the 13- year old is not dead. He is still alive, and I dont know who started that rumor, but it scared alot of people. Im very upset over all of this, im sure EVERYONE is. Just please who ever reads this. pray for the other kid. He needs it right now!!!!
Posted by: Chris Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 08:57 PM
I know both sets of parents and my heart goes out to them tonight.Sometimes we don't know what goes through kids' minds,we've all been there,but 4:30 in the morning most people are sleeping,thinking your kid is too.In this case,the boys was with others camping out,these two left and the others didn't even know,they were asleep.This is terrible and some should keep there negativity to themselves and let the law do their research.In the meanwhile prayers should be going out to the 13yrs. old family as he fights for his life and maybe we can have some answers.
Posted by: aaaa Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 08:38 PM
this is terrible situation. my regards to the family of alex.
Posted by: Anonymous on Aug 15, 2008 at 08:34 PM
I would like to say that life is so precious and I am so sorry to hear about two young lives to be stopped and/or interrupted so early. regardless of the true story what needs to be looked at is the lives of these boys. My heart goes out too both of them and their family and friends and you will all be included in my prayers.
Posted by: StacyWilson Location: Belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 08:12 PM
Kim, Please don,t say my name, but the one boy in te car went to Little Hocking school with my son. The boy is not doing well at all. I was told he is on life machines at Childens. They don,t know if he will make it through the night.
Posted by: Jim Location: Conway, SC on Aug 15, 2008 at 08:09 PM
I myself have experienced the feelings and emotions that Bill and Pam are going through at this time!! My thoughts and prayers are with both of you!!!
Posted by: Barb Location: Columbus,Ohio on Aug 15, 2008 at 07:50 PM
Hi Folks! I just returned home from an 11 hour vigil at the hospital with the survivor of this tragic crash and his immediate family. Listening to inaccurate reports and hypothisizing does no good. Wait for the investigative report, send energy and prayers to the family of the stolen car whose son was driving the car and was killed. Support them in their grief as well as my great nephew's family as they wait through the next 48 to 96 hours. Blame and negativity helps no one; it's the positive energy and prayers that are needed.
Posted by: Mary Ann Location: Waverly, WV on Aug 15, 2008 at 07:10 PM
I am so sorry about these boys. I am the mother of a 16yr old and could NOT imagine how these families feel. My heart truly goes out to the families. I am SO SORRY for your loss, please accept my deepest sympathies in your time of need. I am truly sorry for the loss of your sons. :(
Posted by: susan on Aug 15, 2008 at 07:10 PM
Alex you will missed I didn't know you very well but I knew your mom. To all the friends and family sorry for your lost.
Posted by: Kelly Location: Vincent on Aug 15, 2008 at 07:09 PM
I knew Alex from his mom baby sitting me when i was very young and I have been pretty good friends with Mitch! I am praying for alex's family and also mitch! Hang in there bud you will pull through!
Posted by: someone who cares Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 07:07 PM
we didnt really talk but we went to school together we will all miss you alot
Posted by: Julie L Nutter Location: Little Hocking on Aug 15, 2008 at 07:07 PM
Just want the family of both these young boys to know that they are in my prayers. I have had a sudden loss in my immediate family and it is so difficult, but the Lord can ease the pain and comfort you through your loss. Mitch...hang in there, friend! You are on a prayer chain going all across the states!
Posted by: anonymous Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 07:04 PM
Since when is it legal for a 15 to drive without a licenced driver in the car. Will whom ever gave them the keys to the car be charged
Posted by: meredith Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 06:21 PM
i really didnt no him but i am truly sorry i met hom for the first time through one of my friends but ia m very truly sorry for what happened im praying for the 13 year old bot mitch
Posted by: Grace Location: Coolville on Aug 15, 2008 at 06:05 PM
No, the 13 year old, MitchellFisher, is not dead. I am a friend of his brothers and he is in critical condition. He's a great kid, and we don't want to lose him. God Bless Alex's family, and Mitchell's family. love you guys, lots, Grace M.
Posted by: alli Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 05:48 PM
alex will be truley missed averyone i know is sad,and missing him lots with just a number of days until school beging, we will miss you alex!
Posted by: Elizabeth Location: Marietta on Aug 15, 2008 at 05:38 PM
I did not know either of these boys. It is such a tragedy. My heart goes out to their parents. You will be in my prayers during this difficult time.
Posted by: To bill on Aug 15, 2008 at 05:32 PM
Do you have children? I hear your frustration. I'm in my 40's and I remember being 15 and 13. My parents didn't always know what I was doing either. Most of us are lucky and our bad choices don't cause us this much harm. I feel so bad for their family and friends. They don't need our judgement right now. I have children this age and I can't even imagine what they are going through.
Posted by: pammie Location: parkersburg on Aug 15, 2008 at 04:57 PM
Alex was a true spirit of life, Ive known him and his family for years, he will be truly be missed! Just remember don;t take things for granted, you never know when you might not see someone again, so tell your friends, or kids, or parents how much they mean to you and I love you! To all the family my thoughts and prayers are with you all!
Posted by: Sapphire Location: Belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 04:43 PM
Alex you will be missed and never forgotten bubba i love you and will never forget all of or great times i love you bubba =[
Posted by: Anonymous Location: little hocking on Aug 15, 2008 at 04:30 PM
Im pretty sure the 13yo is still alive in columbus
Posted by: Nikki Location: Parkersburg on Aug 15, 2008 at 04:20 PM
This is so surreal. Earlier this year I lost a dear friend to a ridiculous tragedy that the news played up in an inaccurate manner and now another dear friend has gone. I just hope the news gets the facts switched around so they don't look like thieves. Alex you will be missed. And to the Joy family, I love you guys.
Posted by: Bill Location: Littlehocking on Aug 15, 2008 at 04:19 PM
Was alcohol involved? Did one of these boys have a brush with the law? Why was a 15 year old and a 13 year old out on Friday morning at 4:oo AM and no one reported them lost????????????
Posted by: mindy Location: little hocking on Aug 15, 2008 at 04:09 PM
It's a terrible tragedy what has happened to these boys and their families. Our thoughts and prayers are with them today and tomorrow as they try and deal with the reality of all that has happened.
Posted by: sierra Location: belpre on Aug 15, 2008 at 03:52 PM
i am so sorry about that but i do know this boy from belpre middle school im in 6th grade and that is really sad to hear about him so
Posted by: anon. on Aug 15, 2008 at 02:59 PM
Ok, i know whats going on. i know the truth. and the car wasnt stolen. all im saying is the 15yr old was a friend of mine.
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