On Monday, September 1, 2025 at 2:33pm, Newton County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to a report of a single vehicle crash on CR 1000 S, East of US 41.

The preliminary investigation indicates the male driver of a 2003 Volkswagen was westbound on 1000 S, left the roadway for unknown reasons.  The vehicle rolled, ejecting the driver (sole occupant) from the vehicle.  The male driver was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash.

The driver’s name is not being released at this time pending notification of next of kin.

Assisting agencies; Newton County 9-1-1 Communications, Newton County EMS, Brook Fire, Indiana Conservation Police, Newton County Coroner’s Office.