Monroe County, IN – Six people were hospitalized Saturday afternoon following a serious head-on crash in the 600 block of East Smithville Road, according to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities said the crash occurred around 3:17 p.m. on November 9, 2025, when a white Toyota Prius allegedly crossed the center line and collided head-on with a Chevrolet Equinox traveling in the opposite direction.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, all four occupants of the Prius and both occupants of the Equinox were transported by ambulance to IU Health Bloomington Hospital with injuries. The extent of their conditions has not yet been released.
Investigators with the Monroe County Major Crash Investigation Team responded to the scene and are continuing to examine what caused the Prius to veer across the center line. Deputies said updates will be provided as more details become available.
Anyone who witnessed the crash or has video footage is urged to contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at (812) 349-2781.
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