07/07/2021
Please use caution when traveling on highways. It could be life or death for us
We are deeply saddened by the death of one of our drivers. 32-year old Glenn Ewing was placing a AAA member’s vehicle on the back of a tow truck on Sunday night when he was hit by a motorist’s vehicle. He died last night at The University of Cincinnati Medical Center.
“Our hearts go out to Glenn’s loved ones and AAA colleagues during this very difficult time. We will be forever grateful to Glenn and all first responders who have given their lives while helping others,” said John Poholsky, Vice-President, Fleet Operations, AAA Club Alliance.
Ewing joined the AAA Club Alliance Cincinnati Fleet in 2019 and was quickly known as a hero. In July of last year, he witnessed a shooting while assisting a AAA member and quickly rendered first aid to the victim by applying his belt as a tourniquet until medical personnel arrived.
Ewing’s death illustrates why Slow Down, Move Over laws are critical to safety. The best thing drivers can do to keep someone on the side of the road safe is slow down, and move over into the next lane if you can do so safely.
“Whether someone is fixing a tire or working on a tow, move away and change lanes to create safe space around them. Their lives are on your shoulders,” Poholsky added.
The Cincinnati Police is continuing the investigation into this incident. Anyone with information on this case is asked to contact the Cincinnati Police Traffic Unit at (513) 352-2514.
