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HEAVY SNOW TRIGGERS HEAD-ON CRASH IN DEKALB COUNTY

By: Charlotte Burke • December 1, 2025 • Dekalb County, IN
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(DEKALB COUNTY) - Two people were hurt Saturday afternoon after blowing snow and slick roads caused a head-on collision on State Road 1.

It happened just after 3:25 p.m. in the 6600 block of the highway. Police say the driver of a southbound Kia Telluride lost control in heavy snowfall, crossed the center line, and slammed into an oncoming Ford Escape.

The driver of the Ford and a passenger were taken to a nearby hospital. The Kia driver wasn't hurt.

Both vehicles suffered major front-end damage. Authorities are reminding drivers to slow down and use extreme caution as winter weather continues to impact travel.