October 25, 2026 - Officials confirmed a deputy died Saturday afternoon after an accident involving a coal truck in Logan County, West Virginia.

Logan County Sheriff Paul Clemons told 13 News that it happened around 4:30 p.m. at the intersection of WV Route 10 and Rum Creek.

Sheriff Clemons said a passenger in the cruiser with the deputy was flown to the hospital in Charleston.

The body was taken to the medical examiner’s office.

According to the Logan County Station #2 Facebook page, WV Route 10 between Rita Mall and Logan is closed until further notice, and all traffic is being diverted onto Hanging Rock Highway.

West Virginia State Police are handling the investigation.

Multiple agencies shared their condolences on Facebook, including the Madison Volunteer Fire Department and Cora Volunteer Fire Department.