The Details of the Accident
On the night of January 18, Strauss was exiting the parking garage at 45 Vine Street when the tragic accident took place. Security footage revealed that she dropped her card while attempting to pay for parking. As she opened her car door to retrieve the card from the ground, she accidentally accelerated. Her vehicle collided with the payment kiosk, resulting in her head being trapped between the car door and the door frame. Despite the prompt response of authorities, Strauss was pronounced dead at the scene.
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Victoria Strauss Cause of Death
The Franklin County Coroner’s report confirmed that Victoria Strauss’ immediate cause of death was blunt force trauma to the head. Additionally, mechanical asphyxia was listed as a contributing factor, although it did not directly lead to her demise. The coroner’s findings indicated acute ethanol poisoning, with a blood alcohol level of 0.221, though no drugs were detected in her system.
Remembering Victoria Strauss
Victoria Strauss, a Florida native, was described by friends as a compassionate and ambitious individual. She aspired to become a therapist and was about to graduate from the university’s graduate program in social work. Strauss had left a lasting impact on those who knew her through her dedication to dance. Her friends, Brianna Domaeti, Jacquelyn Castore, and Charleston Carter, shared their plans to honor her memory by incorporating dance into their lives as a tribute to Strauss’ passion and the bigger purpose she believed in.
Condolences from Ohio State University
Ohio State University expressed their profound sorrow upon learning of Victoria Strauss’ passing. As a graduate student in the College of Social Work, Strauss had been an integral part of the university community. In a statement issued to PEOPLE, the university extended its deepest sympathy to Strauss’ family and friends during this difficult time.
The tragic loss of Victoria Strauss has left a void in the lives of those who knew her. Her memory will be cherished by her loved ones and the dance community she touched with her vibrant spirit and dedication. May her soul rest in peace.
