WALTON + BROWN RETAINED BY FAMILY OF ETHAN PERRY IN FATAL OVI CRASH INVOLVING FORMER OHIO STATE PLAYER KIRK BARTON
COLUMBUS, OH — The law firm of Walton + Brown LLP has been retained by the family of 23-year-old Ethan Perry, who was tragically killed in a deadly crash caused by former Ohio State All-American Kirk Barton, now facing charges for operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI).
According to police and media reports, Barton was intoxicated when he caused the June 21 crash in Dublin, Ohio that killed Ethan, a beloved son and aspiring entrepreneur. The loss has devastated his family and the Columbus community.
“This was not an accident,” said attorney Sean Walton, who is representing the Perry family. “This was a reckless, preventable tragedy. Ethan should still be here. Our firm will fight to ensure that every party who contributed to this senseless loss is held fully accountable. We want answers, and we want justice - not just for Ethan and his family, but to protect others from the same fate.”
Walton + Brown is launching an independent investigation into the events surrounding the crash. As part of that process, the firm is calling on anyone who has any information about the accident or Kirk Barton's actions leading up to the crash - including where he was prior to getting behind the wheel - to come forward immediately. Tips and information can be shared confidentially with the firm.
OVI-related deaths remain one of the most persistent and preventable causes of fatal crashes in Ohio. The Perry family is determined to shine a light on this broader issue while pursuing justice in Ethan’s memory.
“Too often, these tragedies are swept under the rug because of who’s involved. We will not let that happen here,” Walton said. “Ethan's life mattered. His future mattered. And his death must serve as a wake-up call to anyone who thinks they can endanger lives without consequence.”
The family is asking for privacy as they grieve this unimaginable loss. All inquiries or information related to the case should be directed to Walton + Brown LLP.
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About Walton + Brown LLP: Walton + Brown, LLP has a proven track record of success in civil rights and personal injury cases, with over 500 lawsuits and $42 million in settlements and verdicts. Sean Walton and Chanda Brown, nationally recognized and respected trial attorneys, have been awarded Top 100 and Top 40 Under 40 designations. They handle civil rights, employment discrimination, personal injury, and wrongful death litigation.