Hobart, Indiana – A two-vehicle crash on Interstate 65 early this morning left one person dead and two others seriously injured.
According to the Hobart Fire Department, crews responded to the scene during the early morning hours and found extensive damage to both vehicles, with airbags deployed. Firefighters immediately began life-saving measures upon arrival.
One individual was pronounced deceased at the scene. A second patient was transported by ground ambulance to a nearby hospital with serious injuries. A third patient, who was reportedly trapped inside a vehicle, was extricated by emergency crews and sustained critical traumatic injuries. That patient was airlifted to a regional trauma center by medical helicopter under a trauma alert for advanced care.
The crash occurred on Interstate 65 and remains under active investigation by law enforcement. Authorities have not released the identities of those involved, and no additional details have been made available at this time.
The Hobart Fire Department asked the community to respect the privacy of the families affected while the investigation continues.
Interstate crashes during early commuting hours can significantly impact traffic flow and emergency response operations, particularly for students and workers traveling through the corridor.
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