Vigo County, IN – Three Vigo County residents were killed in a fatal crash Friday on State Road 63, prompting an ongoing investigation by local authorities.
According to the Vigo County Sheriff’s Office, the crash occurred Friday on State Road 63 and resulted in the deaths of Cheryl Gaither, 72, Robert Gaither, 80, and Dustin Mars, 52, all of Vigo County. Officials said the circumstances surrounding the crash remain under investigation as deputies continue working to determine what led up to the collision.
The sheriff’s office identified the victims in an update released shortly after the incident, confirming that all three individuals died as a result of injuries sustained in the crash. Authorities have not yet released additional details about the number of vehicles involved or contributing factors, such as road or weather conditions.
Sheriff Derek Fell said the investigation is ongoing, and further information will be shared as it becomes available. No additional injuries or victims have been publicly confirmed at this time.
Fatal crashes on State Road 63 have raised ongoing safety concerns among local residents in recent years, particularly along rural stretches of the highway where visibility and speed can be factors. Law enforcement officials often urge drivers to remain alert and cautious, especially during early morning hours when traffic patterns can vary.
The Vigo County Sheriff’s Office extended condolences to the families affected, noting that the community continues to feel the impact of the loss. Authorities are asking anyone who may have witnessed the crash or has information to contact the sheriff’s office to assist with the investigation.
Updates will be provided as officials release more details.
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