Local News

Fatal Crash South of La Porte

(La Porte, IN) - A car crash claimed at least one life south of La Porte Thursday morning.  It happened just after 9:00 am at the intersection of CR-400 South and CR-150 West. That’s just west of Kingsbury Elementary School.

 

According to the Sheriff’s Office, a white Chevy Blazer, driven by 58-year-old David Voltz of La Porte, collided with a semi truck.  Police say Voltz failed to stop at the intersection.  He was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

The tractor-trailer careened off the roadway after impact. Its 62-year-old driver, Lance Hindsley of La Porte, sustained a minor injury and was taken to the hospital.

 

Toxicology reports are pending, but police do not suspect alcohol to be a contributing factor.

Weather Center

High School Scoreboard

Sports Scores

Facebook