3 injured in crash at Wayne County Speedway

Three people were hurt after a sprint car left the racing surface during an "Ohio Sprint Speed Week" event at the Wayne County Speedway Monday night.According to the Apple Creek-East Union Township Fire Department, emergency crews responded to the speedway after a sprint car crashed into individuals who were located within the infield area of the track. Officials said three people, who were photographers at the event, suffered injuries. Two sustained critical injuries and required advanced medical care. One was transported by ambulance via the Apple Creek-East Union Township Fire Department, while a second person was airlifted from the scene by MedFlight.The speedway later clarified that the injured individuals were located in the infield and were not spectators seated in the grandstands or other spectator viewing areas.A third person suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was transported to a hospital.Fire officials credited Wayne County Speedway staff, on-site EMS personnel, dispatchers, law enforcement and other first responders for their quick actions following the crash.The department also thanked the Orrville Fire Department, the Wayne County Sheriff’s Office, MedFlight and dispatchers at the Wayne County Justice Center for their coordinated response.Authorities have not released the identities of the injured people."Our thoughts remain with the injured individuals and their families, and we continue to appreciate the efforts of all emergency responders who assisted Monday night," the speedway said.