Hobart, IN – A serious crash between a vehicle and a motorcycle in Hobart left one person with significant injuries Monday night, prompting an emergency airlift for further medical care.
According to the Hobart Fire Department, firefighters and paramedics from the C-shift responded to the crash near Division Street and Hobart Road. Crews arrived to find a patient in need of advanced medical treatment.
Emergency responders provided immediate care on the scene before transferring the patient to UCAN Air Medical, part of University of Chicago Medicine, for transport to a regional hospital. The helicopter landed nearby to complete the airlift.
The Hobart Fire Department urged the community to keep the injured patient in their thoughts and reminded drivers to stay alert and exercise caution on local roads. No details have been released on the patient’s condition or the circumstances leading to the crash.
The incident caused temporary disruption in the area as emergency crews and the medical helicopter operated on-site. Local authorities have not confirmed if road closures were required during the response.
Motorists in Northwest Indiana are reminded that motorcycle-related crashes often result in severe injuries due to limited rider protection, highlighting the importance of vigilance, especially during late-night travel.
