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Fatal Motor Vehicle Collision Under Investigation Following Crash Into Building in Howard County
Authorities in Howard County are investigating a fatal motor vehicle collision that occurred in Columbia on Monday.
Emergency crews responded to the scene at approximately 9375 Gerwig Lane, where a vehicle had crashed into a commercial building, resulting in a partial structural collapse.
Upon arrival, first responders discovered a single occupant inside the vehicle.
Tragically, the individual was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The identity of the victim has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin. Structural engineers were called in to assess the integrity of the building due to the extent of the damage.
The cause of the crash remains under investigation by local authorities.
Further details will be released as the investigation progresses.
Anyone with information related to this incident is urged to contact the Howard County Police Department.
Volusia County, Fla. — A 16-year-old boy has died after being found unresponsive in the Indian River during a weekend camping and fishing trip, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities identified the teen as Hunter McKelvin of Paisley. Deputies said he was discovered face-down in the water Saturday morning near a small island east of Maynard May Park in Edgewater.
Members of the group located the teen and immediately began CPR before transporting him by boat to Maynard May Park.
Upon arrival, officers with the Edgewater Police Department and other emergency responders took over life-saving efforts.
McKelvin was then transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased later that morning.
Investigators reported that no visible injuries were observed, and there were no immediate signs of foul play or suspicious circumstances during the initial investigation.
An autopsy has been scheduled as authorities continue to examine the circumstances surrounding the incident.