‘Cicada attack’ causes Ohio car crash: police
Published: Jun. 13, 2025 at 6:29 PM EDT
BLUE ASH, Ohio (WOIO) - “We’re all well aware that these pesky cicadas don’t respect personal space, including while driving,” the Blue Ash Police Department stated.
BAPD confirmed a “cicada attack” is to blame for Thursday’s Hamilton County car crash.
The crash causing the Kia to flip over onto its passenger side.

“As you can see, a cicada attack can be dangerous,” BAPD stated.
After confirming no one was injured in the crash, BAPD joked that the cicada suspect fled the scene... or rather, flew from the scene.
As cicadas swarm Ohio, BAPD suggests drivers keep the windows up for the next several weeks.
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