The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a three-vehicle crash that left one person dead. Deputies were dispatched to the area of 236th Street and Deming Road (between Sheridan and Cicero) at approximately 4:23 p.m. Friday on the report of a serious crash with injuries.
According to the initial crash report, deputies believe a silver Chevrolet Impala was traveling eastbound on 236th Street trying to pass several vehicles. When the Chevrolet Impala tried to reenter the eastbound lane, it clipped the rear end of a black Kia Soul, which was driven by Christopher Woodward, 47, Frankton. Subsequently, the Kia was pushed into the westbound lane and collided with a blue Jeep Wrangler head on.
Woodward was pronounced dead at the scene and the two other drivers were transported to St. Vincent’s Hospital in Indianapolis with various injuries. Crash investigators believe speed and unsafe lane movement were contributing factors.
Toxicology reports are pending to determine if impairment was a factor. Anyone with information about the crash should contact the Hamilton County Crash Team at (317) 773-1872.