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Details Delayed in Fatal Accident Save Email Print
WTAP News
Posted: 9:15 PM Aug 15, 2008
 Last Updated: 11:52 PM Aug 17, 2008
 Reporter: WTAP News Staff
Email Address: news@wtap.com
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Details are slow to come surrounding Friday morning's fatal accident in Belpre involving two local students.

Authorities are not releasing the names of the two teens involved at this time and say more information might not be available until the beginning of next week.

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

Belpre police say a 15-year-old drove a white Dodge Durango through a fence before coming to rest in the International Converter Incorporated parking lot.

The 15-year-old was killed in the accident.

The 13-year-old passenger was transported to Camden-Clark Memorial Hospital and he has since been taken to Columbus Children's 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.

Belpre Police are continuing the investigation, however officials say more information might not be available until Monday because of the delicate nature of the situation.

We'll continue to bring you updates as more information becomes available to us.
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Posted by: COULD HAVE BEEN MINE OR YOURS Location: EVERYWHERE on Aug 19, 2008 at 10:17 PM
As parents of teens today we are fighting the world as they are. We teach our children God is Love, morals, right from wrong, how to fight danger.etc... The world is fighting our kids. I know these two families & my heart & soul cries for them.They are good people of God in their hearts & souls. I got on my knees for the last several nights for them, their children, my child & all teens that have this world to contend with. Negativity has no place in this tradgey, only love & God's healing grace. Shame on any who has no compassion for these families.Bill,Pam,Willy&Sherri, please know you have our prayers & God's love, even tho is it so very hard now. God has two wonderful young men in his arms now.
Posted by: edwin davis Location: parkersburg on Aug 19, 2008 at 05:23 PM
as the two boys got into the truck they never thougth they would be meating god at that time, but now they are both in his arms in comfort, please take this time to comfort the familes and friends and not cast dought on these young men they are in a far better place now and thier families new everyone to help them recover. i have four boys and pray that i leave this earth long before any of them . may god bless thier families
Posted by: Rose Location: Little Hocking, Ohio on Aug 19, 2008 at 08:09 AM
Willie and Sherri, Hang in there! You are in our thoughts and prayers in Little Hocking and only wish you the best during this extremely trying time. Hold onto the positive and do not listen to the negative. You are right, no one knows the situation and should not try to speculate. Mitch has always been very polite in the times I have come in contact with him and he is a great kid. Takre care, Rose
Posted by: Concerned Parent Location: Little Hocking on Aug 19, 2008 at 07:22 AM
My thoughts and love are with Mitch's family.
Posted by: Alex Rexroad Location: littlehocking on Aug 18, 2008 at 09:06 PM
Mitch my prayers are with you and your family.Alex i didn't know you but my prayers are with your family R.I.P. mitch you have to fight your way throught this. i know your strong and so is your family just hang in there in.you just have to faith, hope, and gods grace and you will make it throught this.just dont give up, and keep god on your side, and you will make it. you and your family have my prayers,so does alex's family. hope to see you soon man.
Posted by: Mariah Location: Belpre on Aug 18, 2008 at 08:15 PM
Alex,you were such an amazing person.You were also an amazing friend and you were easy to talk to.You were the best looking guy I have ever seen.I still have MANY of our memories to look back on.I didn't believe this happened and I don't want to.I miss and love you Alex.Mitch,you and your family are in my prayers.
Posted by: Jennifer Location: Ohio on Aug 18, 2008 at 02:20 PM
To anyone who has said anything negative or suggested anything that is not correct, I hope you pray for forgiveness. None of us are perfect and we all do things we shouldn't do. It doesn't matter what happened, it has happened, and what the family and friends need now is love, support and prayers. So take a step back, and be thankful for who and what you have in life, and thank God for it all. Dont' be quick to judge, because none of us should judge anyone.
Posted by: ???????????? Location: little hocking on Aug 18, 2008 at 11:28 AM
alex was verry good person may he rest in peace. and pray for mitch hang in there buddy
Posted by: dillan Location: tanthorey on Aug 18, 2008 at 11:05 AM
alex was a good cousin and friend and i loved him and i love his familly and mitch me and him go way back when we were just little and were always pretty good friends and i also love his familly i pretty much introdused mitch into alexes life and we all had so good of memeries i love u 2 r.i.p alex and pleas pray for mitch
Posted by: Mikah Jo Location: Little Hocking on Aug 18, 2008 at 09:40 AM
Mitch, you are a great guy, HANG IN THERE. You will always be in my prayers.
Posted by: *A Friend* Location: Little Hocking on Aug 18, 2008 at 09:31 AM
Mitchell, even though we dont talk that much, I know you are a FIGHTER! You will get through this as log as you pray for God's healing. For your family, hang in there. STAND STRONG. SEEK GOD'S GRACE. Most of all, HAVE FAITH. I know that God will be OK. It may take time, but he will MAKE IT THROUGH. JUST MAKE SURE YOU PRAY..................... GOOD LUCK MITCH. LOVE YOU.
Posted by: Jennifer Location: Ohio on Aug 18, 2008 at 08:29 AM
I do not know either boys, but my thoughts and prayers go to their family and friends. I cannot imagine what any of them are thinking or feeling, but please know that you have several people praying and thinking of you. I am sure Alex is in a much better place. Stay strong and keep faith.
Posted by: Concerned Parent Location: Little Hocking on Aug 18, 2008 at 07:28 AM
Let me start by saying that this is a horrible tragedy, and that my positive thoughts are with the Fisher family... To start the spread of rumors regarding drugs and alcohol at this point is presumptuious and rude. No one, no matter how wonderful your parenting skills are, can know at every second of every day where your children are (unless you keep them locked in their room and slide their meals under the door). My family went through a similar situation years ago with the same outcome, and though it may be difficult to see now, there will be good that comes out of this. I met Mitchell, and he is a great kid, with great values and respect for his friends. He would not want this to happen to anyone that he knows, and would want his friends to see it this way too. No one thinks this will happen to them, and it really was an adult decision made by children that are unable to see the consequences that may happen. Sherri- hang in there- ignore negativity. You are a great parent.
Posted by: Peggy Location: Fairmont, WV on Aug 17, 2008 at 09:20 PM
To Jennifer! Boys will be Boys! I have a neice whom was handed everything and kept in church and is still in a lot of trouble every day. I have 2 boys and they also have done their share of ornery things. So to me nowadays it doesn't matter what the parents say or do. May God be with both families @ this difficult time.
Posted by: ann Location: wood on Aug 17, 2008 at 05:18 PM
hope mitchel is doing better.I'm so sorry that this happened for everyone involved.It's traggic.You are all in my thoughts and i am hoping for mitchels rapid recovery.
Posted by: Mark Location: Little Hocking on Aug 17, 2008 at 03:03 PM
I did not know Alex, but am So very sorry of the loss to the Joy family,God must have needed him at such an early of age. I did not know Mitch, but do however know his parents and grandparents. They are as good as people as you would ever want to meet. Do not pass judgment or critisize what has already been done. Just pray for the healing of Mitch and pray for the Joy family's loss. It could of very easily been any of our own children. Treat every precious moment with your children as though it were your last. All children are special. Again my condolences to the Joy family and My prayers to the fisher family.
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Mid-Ohio valley on Aug 17, 2008 at 01:51 PM
As a mother of three, including two teenagers, I feel deeply for both of the families of these boys. It is a tragedy. Unfortunately, teenagers believe they are invincible and sometimes parents don't realize what their own children are capable of doing. Blame should not be placed upon anyone in this situation. Instead, educating our children the dangers of society today should be our priority. Let us hope that someone, even if it's just one person, learns a lesson from this terrible tragedy. My thoughts and prayers are with the boys' families during this difficult time.
Posted by: Amber Location: Little Hocking on Aug 17, 2008 at 12:24 PM
Is Mitch ok???
Posted by: WWJD Location: Belpre on Aug 17, 2008 at 12:17 PM
Blah,,Blah,,Blah,,, HAVE A HEART......NOW ISN'T THE TIME FOR ALL THE NEGIVITY, THERE ARE FAMLIES HURTING AND ONE CHILD HAS LOST HIS LIFE. I FEEL THAT IF YOU DON'T HAVE A NICE COMMENT TO LEAVE OR SOMETHING HEARTFELT TO SAY, THEN KEEP IT TO YOURSELF. MY HEART GOES OUT TO BOTH FAMLIES AND THERE FRIENDS. GOD BLESS
Posted by: MILLERTIME Location: Belpre on Aug 17, 2008 at 11:51 AM
WE ARE NOT FRIENDS OR A RELITIVE OF THE FAMILIES, JUST A SMALL FAMILY IN THE COMMUNITY SENDING OUR CONDOLENCES TO BOTH FAMILIES. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU BOTH.
Posted by: Brittany Osborne Location: Little Hocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 11:37 PM
William Alexander Joy.&hearts; I know I've never met you. But I do you know you are loved very much and will always be remembered. R.I.P. Mitchel Scott Fisher&hearts; This boy right here is a true fighter. He is pulling himself through this. All he needs is everyones support. Mine especially! I will always be here for you. Hopefully I can see him soon. He may not be the same but that makes him stronger and he will always be loved the same. Keep hanging on kid. You have my prayers. I love youu<3 R.I.P Alex Hold on Mitchyy
Posted by: Susan Location: Belpre on Aug 16, 2008 at 10:49 PM
my thoughts are with you mitch parents I hope you son is going to be ok. I used to bowl with you on a leaque. I am sorry for lost the parents of Alex Joy.
Posted by: Sad Location: Ohio on Aug 16, 2008 at 10:44 PM
I am sending my thoughts and prayers to the families and friends of both boys. We all need to keep thinking positive thoughts and sending prayers. It doesn't matter what happened or why it happened. God has another Angel with him now. To the parents and sibilings, I am so sorry for your loss.
Posted by: aunt Location: belpe on Aug 16, 2008 at 09:41 PM
to jennifer in cutler...did you ever do anything when you were young that looking back now was dangerous and could have ended in the same result? you must be perfect if you didn't because i personally can't think of anyone who hasn't or didn't. alex nor mitch did not set out to cause such heartache. they thought they could make an adult decision with teenage minds. so please anyone else that would like to judge these boys or their families keep it to yourself. the void that is left is indescribable and is not made any easier with such comments. just take from this to keep your babies close.
Posted by: Dumbfounded on Aug 16, 2008 at 08:36 PM
At such a tragic and heartbreaking time, I can't imagine anyone being so cold hearted as to try to place blame on the parents or whomever at this point. My heart goes out to both families. How the accident happened really doesn't matter at this point. The fact that one very young man has passed and another is seriously injured is all that matters. Do not try to pass judgement at a time like this, instead extend a loving sympathetic heart to the families of both these very young men. They need comfort and prayers now. Their hearts are crushed. Show compassion please, their lives have been changed forever!!!
Posted by: Anonymous Location: Belpre on Aug 16, 2008 at 08:35 PM
My thoughts and Prayers are with both famlies.
Posted by: friend Location: Newport on Aug 16, 2008 at 06:33 PM
May God be with you & Your family...
Posted by: sherri Location: little hocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 05:47 PM
This for jennifer, Until you know the whole story about what happened that night, please keep quiet. This is coming from mitchel's mom.
Posted by: sherri Location: little hocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 05:41 PM
This is mitchel fisher mother, I would like and appreciate if all of his friends would please pray for him. Thank you
Posted by: Friend Location: Little Hocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 01:06 PM
I am glad the 13 year old is okay I hope to see him in school this year
Posted by: madi,keelia,and amber Location: belpre,ohio on Aug 16, 2008 at 01:05 PM
we are very sorry...and we wish his dad the best....
Posted by: sierra Location: belpre on Aug 16, 2008 at 11:24 AM
we will miss u alot even thouhg i bareky knew ya
Posted by: Melissa Location: Little hocking on Aug 16, 2008 at 09:26 AM
HANG IN THERE MITCH, WE ARE ALL PRAYING FOR YOU!!!
Posted by: Audrey Location: Belpre on Aug 16, 2008 at 08:36 AM
Alex Was The Best Pearson Ever.. hen I heard About this I About Passed Out.. And Now I Don't know How lex Could Of Done This. But Alex Will be Missed Alot. And Good Luck to his Famil and To mitchs
Posted by: Jennifer Location: Cutler on Aug 16, 2008 at 07:11 AM
I feel for these families, did not know the 15 yr old, but do know the 13 yr old. "heard" that the 15 yr old was drunk, and they both had smoked pot... I hope that anyone who knew these to boys, thinks long and hard the next time you think about drinking and/or doing drugs. If you attend the funerals, look at the mothers and sisters and brothers and fathers that this boy has left behind. Can you do that to your family... I hate to be negative in such a time of grief. But PLEASE think before you do something... As a parent of a 13 yr old myself. I would much rather my child call me at 4am and say, "Mom, I am drunk, come and get me" than an policeman to call me and say "there has been an accident, is your childs name......."
Posted by: My heart Location: Parkersburg on Aug 16, 2008 at 06:41 AM
Please put the family of both children in you prayers, this is a hard time for both families. But why is reports going around that Mr Joy called the family of the other child and they were at his home when the police got there if he did not know who took the vechile? If alcohol or drugs were involved will someone be charged? Is that not considered contributing to a minor?
Posted by: =[ Location: mineral wells on Aug 16, 2008 at 01:03 AM
willian alex joy i love and miss you soo much u will always be remebered <3 ily
Posted by: Taylor Location: Belpre, Ohio on Aug 15, 2008 at 10:55 PM
I didn't know Alex that well... I feel so bad for his family and friends. No one should ever have to go through something like this. I cannot express how this has taken a toll on everyone. Once again. I am so sorry that this has happened.
Posted by: janet Location: marietta ohio on Aug 15, 2008 at 10:13 PM
To the family and loved ones of the boys in the accident our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's Grace be with you at this time.
Posted by: a friend of the 13 year old Location: coolville on Aug 15, 2008 at 10:11 PM
i know this boy i go to school with him i hope every thing is ok
Posted by: anz,zevvi,mariah,emily Location: belpre oh on Aug 15, 2008 at 09:42 PM
we all will miss you even though i did not know you that much we will miss you we will miss you ALOTT
Posted by: Dee Location: Little Hocking on Aug 15, 2008 at 09:29 PM
Comments on an earlier news item about this accident erroneously said that the 13 year old boy from Little Hocking had also passed away. This appears to be a false report. He came through surgery and is in an induced coma as of earlier this evening.
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