VIGO COUNTY, Ind. (SOCIETY ALERT) — On Monday morning, a devastating crash on State Road 46 in southeastern Vigo County claimed the lives of three people and left two others injured. The incident, which involved two sport utility vehicles, was reported at approximately 8:05 a.m. near the intersection of State Road 46 and Lama Road. Responding to the scene were Vigo County deputies, Riley Fire Rescue personnel, and Trans-Care Ambulance services. When first responders arrived, they found both vehicles with severe front-end damage, signaling the force of the collision.
Authorities later confirmed that the victims who lost their lives were 30-year-old Sharon Rosa, 67-year-old Will Wiggington, and 58-year-old Lenard Romine. Despite immediate emergency efforts, all three individuals were pronounced dead at the scene. Two others survived the crash but sustained injuries. From the first SUV, an adult passenger was transported to the hospital, though officials have not disclosed the extent of the injuries. In the second SUV, a juvenile passenger also survived and was hospitalized, with their condition likewise remaining unspecified.
The Vigo County Fatal Crash Team was dispatched to investigate the deadly incident. Early findings suggest that one of the SUVs may have crossed the center line, leading to a violent head-on collision between the two vehicles. Investigators are working to determine which driver drifted from their lane and what factors may have contributed to the accident. They are considering possibilities such as driver distraction, impairment, speed, or other roadway conditions that could have played a role.
This tragic event underscores the ongoing dangers associated with head-on collisions, which often result in severe or fatal injuries due to the combined force of impact. The fact that both SUVs sustained catastrophic front-end damage further highlights the intensity of the crash. The presence of juvenile and adult survivors adds a layer of complexity and emotional weight, as families of the victims are now left grappling not only with the loss of loved ones but also with uncertainty about the recovery of those injured.
Officials have assured the public that more details will be released as the investigation continues. For now, the community has been left mourning the sudden deaths of Rosa, Wiggington, and Romine. These individuals, who ranged widely in age, represent three families now facing immense grief.
The Vigo County Sheriff’s Office has not released further information regarding traffic delays or other impacts in the area, though it is likely that State Road 46 was temporarily closed while authorities investigated and cleared the crash scene. Community members are awaiting answers as investigators carefully reconstruct the events leading up to the collision.
As of now, the cause of the crash remains undetermined, but the work of the Vigo County Fatal Crash Team is ongoing. Their findings will provide crucial insight into what happened on that stretch of road Monday morning and could potentially help prevent similar tragedies in the future.
This heartbreaking crash serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of road travel and the importance of vigilance and caution while driving.
