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Fatal accident in Putnam County

A fatal accident occurred Tuesday morning just after 10:00 am. The accident occurred near 50 South County Road 100 East; locally know as Crows Bridge Road.

 

A witness told emergency responders they observed a vehicle driving what they assumed to be 100 mph or more.

 

The driver, whose name has not been released as of this report, hit a utility pole, knocking out power residents in the area. Duke Energy was called to the scene around to assist with the power lines and power outage.

 

While the accident took place near the old Crows bridge, which is over the railroad tracks, the vehicle did not land on the tracks; however, CSX was notified of the incident, in case of further issue.

 

The vehicle was removed just after 1 pm; however, it would be around 2 pm when emergency vehicles returned to their respective stations.

 

On scene were Putnam County Sheriff Department, Greencastle Fire Department, and Putnam County EMS, along with County Coroner, Todd Ziner.

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