A devastating and tragic car crash has shaken the community of Evansville, Indiana, after two young lives were lost in a high-speed collision on Tuesday. The Vanderburgh County Coroner's Office identified the victims as 24-year-old Haley Crumb and 24-year-old Brent McKinney, who were pronounced dead at the scene near the intersection of U.S. 41 and St. George Road.
According to the Evansville Police Department, the incident began when officers pulled over an SUV at a Circle K gas station, located at 4101 U.S. 41 near Lynch Road, just before 3 p.m. However, the driver of the vehicle fled the scene, heading north on U.S. 41 at a high speed. Officers terminated the stop and disengaged their lights and sirens, but the lead officer continued to monitor the fleeing driver's actions from a distance.
Tragically, the SUV struck a tractor-trailer that was turning east onto St. George Road from U.S. 41, just over a mile from the initial traffic stop. The impact was severe, and both occupants of the SUV were pronounced dead at the scene. The driver of the tractor-trailer was fortunate to escape without injury.
As investigators worked to reconstruct the crash and process the crime scene, a witness came forward to report finding a gun near the crash site. The firearm was seized as evidence and is being held pending further investigation.
The Evansville Police Department has not publicly identified the driver of the SUV or disclosed what led to the initial traffic stop. The incident is still under investigation, and authorities are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The loss of Haley Crumb and Brent McKinney is a heartbreaking reminder of the devastating consequences of reckless driving and the importance of exercising caution and responsibility behind the wheel. The community is still reeling from the shock of the incident, and friends and family of the victims are mourning their passing.
As the investigation continues, the Evansville Police Department is urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward. The department is committed to ensuring that justice is served and that those responsible for the tragedy are held accountable.
The incident serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for all drivers to exercise caution and responsibility in their daily lives. The loss of two young lives is a tragedy that will be felt deeply by the community, and it is essential that we come together to support the families and loved ones of the victims during this difficult time.
