Distracted Driver Collides into rear of Tractor-Trailer on I-64
Warrick – Last night at approximately 8:30, Indiana State Police and Warrick County Sheriff’s Department responded to a two vehicle crash on I-64 west of Lynnville that was caused by a distracted driver.
Preliminary investigation revealed Derek Schmitt, 21, of Jasper, was driving his 2015 Ford Fusion eastbound on I-64 near the 33.5 mile-marker when he looked away from the roadway to read a text message he had received. Schmitt then collided into the rear of a tractor-trailer. Schmitt was thankfully wearing a seat belt and was not injured. His vehicle was totaled. The driver of the tractor-trailer was not injured. This crash is another example why it’s important not to drive distracted.
Investigating Officer: Trooper Josh Greer, Indiana State Police
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