(Michigan City, IN) - A La Porte man was killed in a single vehicle crash in Michigan City.

Matthew Borders, 30, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash, which  happened after 8 a.m. in the 4400 block of E. Michigan Boulevard.

Police said Borders was in a pick-up truck pulling an enclosed two axle trailer when he veered into the opposite lanes before striking a guardrail and overhead sign post.  The truck and trailer suffered extensive damage while the undisclosed contents inside the trailer were left scattered on the roadway from the impact.

Police said investigators are waiting for the results of a blood test to determine if alcohol or drugs were factors in the crash.  Anyone who may have witnessed the crash is asked to contact Michigan City.