Indianapolis, IN – A violent three-vehicle crash involving a dump truck and two passenger vehicles disrupted traffic on West 16th Street this afternoon, leaving two people injured and one car flipped upside down.
According to the Indianapolis Fire Department, the incident occurred around 12:44 p.m. near 1345 West 16th Street. Witnesses reported that a dump truck struck two vehicles, flipping one car onto its roof and tipping itself over onto its side. The sedan began smoking immediately after the collision, prompting bystanders to rush in and assist a woman trapped inside.
Emergency responders from IFD arrived quickly and confirmed there was no entrapment but reported a small fuel leak from the dump truck, which was contained. Firefighters also ensured the scene was safe while paramedics from Indianapolis EMS transported the injured drivers of the car and one truck to Methodist Hospital.
Authorities said the driver of the dump truck was examined on site and released. All three individuals involved were able to exit their vehicles on their own before first responders arrived.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is actively investigating the cause of the crash. West 16th Street remained partially closed in the area while cleanup and vehicle recovery operations were underway. Drivers were advised to avoid the area and seek alternate routes during the late afternoon commute.
No citations or arrests had been reported as of press time.
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