Fatal accident shuts down section of I-69 in Delaware County
A Delaware County sheriff's deputy tragically lost his life in a collision on I-69 early Wednesday morning. The incident occurred on the northbound side of I-69 around mile marker 247 near Yorktown. The deputy was assisting a stranded driver on the highway when his patrol car was struck by a semi traveling in the same direction. Despite immediate emergency assistance, the deputy succumbed to his injuries. Indiana State Police are conducting the investigation into the crash. Chief Deputy Jeff Stanley expressed deep sadness over the loss, emphasizing the impact on both the law enforcement community and the wider Delaware County area. The Indiana Department of Transportation alerted the public about the closure of all northbound lanes at mile marker 247 following the crash. The ongoing investigation has led to traffic diversions and closures, with updates provided to keep the community informed.
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