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Indiana Highway 67 Fatal Crash: Deer Struck, One Dead Near Paragon
Paragon, IN – Authorities in Morgan County are investigating a fatal crash Friday evening along Highway 67 near Paragon after an unusual chain reaction
By Country Herald Police Reports · 2025-10-26T02:28:58+00:00
Incident Overview Paragon, IN – Authorities in Morgan County are investigating a fatal crash Friday evening along Highway 67 near Paragon after an unusual chain reaction. The incident, which occurred on a stretch of highway known for deer activity, resulted in one fatality.
The Crash According to preliminary reports from local law enforcement, the collision began when a vehicle struck a deer on the roadway. The impact caused the vehicle to lose control. Following the initial collision, a second vehicle was unable to avoid the accident, leading to a secondary impact that proved fatal for one of the occupants.
Investigation Ongoing Emergency responders arrived on the scene shortly after the crash to secure the area and provide assistance. Highway 67 was closed for several hours as traffic investigators processed the scene and cleared the debris. Morgan County officials have stated that the investigation into the exact sequence of events is currently ongoing. No further details regarding the identity of the victim or the conditions of other drivers have been released at this time.