According to Columbus police, the fatal incident happened shortly before 6:40 p.m. on November 5, 2026. Watts was riding his bicycle southbound on Kenny Road, just north of Preston Avenue, when he was struck from behind by a southbound 2021 Porsche Cayenne driven by Daniel Lhota, 59, of Upper Arlington.
Witnesses told investigators that the vehicle struck Watts and carried him on its hood for several feet before stopping. Emergency responders transported him to Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, where he was pronounced dead at 7:37 p.m.
Police investigators suspect Lhota was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the collision. A warrant was obtained for a blood draw, and the crash report described him as physically impaired. However, as of the evening of November 6, no criminal charges had been filed.
Details about Watts’ early life, family, education, career and personal achievements have not been publicly confirmed.
His death is a heartbreaking loss, and his loved ones are left to mourn a life cut short. He will be remembered with sympathy as the community reflects on this tragic incident.