Local News
One Soldier Killed, Three Injured in Military Humvee Crash on I-65 in Boone County
Boone County, Indiana — One Indiana National Guardsman has died and three others were injured following a multi-vehicle collision involving a military Humvee on Interstate 65 on November 14, 2025.
The crash occurred shortly after 12:15 p.m. near the 129-mile marker in the southbound lanes of the interstate.
According to officials, the incident involved a military-grade Humvee, a white SUV, and a car-hauler truck.
Emergency personnel from the Boone County Sheriff’s Office and the Whitestown Police Department responded to the scene and found multiple damaged vehicles blocking the roadway.
Upon arrival, first responders located four National Guard soldiers injured, including one individual who was found unconscious.
Despite medical efforts, the soldier was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The names of those involved are being withheld pending next-of-kin notification by the Indiana National Guard.
The three surviving soldiers sustained serious injuries and were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
The drivers of the civilian vehicles involved in the crash were evaluated and treated at the scene.
The Boone County Fatal Alcohol Crash Team has been assigned to investigate the circumstances leading to the collision.
At this time, the cause of the crash remains undetermined.
In an official statement, the Indiana National Guard expressed deep sorrow over the loss, stating:
“Four Indiana National Guardsmen were involved in a Humvee accident on I-65 in Boone County. Three soldiers were injured, and one died in the accident. The loss of any of our Guardsmen is tragic, and we offer deepest and heartfelt condolences to the soldiers’ families, loved ones, and friends. We will provide more information after families have been notified.”
The Boone County Sheriff’s Office also issued condolences to the affected families and confirmed ongoing communication with National Guard leadership as the investigation continues.
Further updates will be released as additional information becomes available.
Local News
Donald Robert Morris-Jones Charged in Fatal Wake County Cycling Crash That Killed One and Injured Seven; Bond Set at $1 Million
WAKE COUNTY, N.C. — A devastating collision involving a group of cyclists in Wake County, North Carolina, left one person dead and seven others injured. A 76-year-old Apex man, identified as Donald Robert Morris-Jones, has been arrested and faces multiple felony charges in connection with the crash.
According to the information provided in court records, Morris-Jones was arrested on November 7, 2026, following an investigation by the North Carolina State Highway Patrol. Authorities allege that he struck multiple cyclists and failed to remain at the scene after the collision.
The incident has deeply affected the cycling community, with one family mourning the loss of a loved one and seven other victims facing injuries and recovery.
Morris-Jones faces a series of charges across two related cases. The charges listed in the supplied court information include:
- One count of felony death by vehicle.
- Seven counts of felony serious injury by vehicle.
- Eight counts of felony hit-and-run involving serious injury or death.
- Driving while impaired.
- Reckless driving with wanton disregard.
- Driving left of center.
The eight hit-and-run counts allege that Morris-Jones failed to stop following the collision, which resulted in one death and injuries to seven other people.
These are allegations contained in the criminal charges. Morris-Jones is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty in court.
One charging document alleges that Morris-Jones was driving on State Road 1390 while under the influence of an impairing substance, resulting in serious injuries to another person.
The document describes injuries that reportedly included damage to the person’s leg and ribs, as well as a laceration to the left arm.
A driving-while-impaired record indicates that a blood test was ordered. However, the results had not been released in the information provided, and no conclusion about the test results can be drawn at this stage.
The North Carolina State Highway Patrol is investigating the circumstances surrounding the collision.
A judicial official set secured bonds totaling $1 million across the two cases.
The bond amounts were listed as:
- $750,000 in one case.
- $250,000 in the related case.
According to the supplied court documents, the judicial official cited the combined offenses and described an “overwhelming danger to society.” The official also noted that Morris-Jones appeared to have no significant criminal history while expressing concern that he had allegedly attempted to flee to avoid prosecution.
The bond decision reflects the court’s assessment at this stage of the proceedings and does not establish guilt.
Morris-Jones is scheduled to appear in Wake County District Court on November 9, 2026, at 1:30 p.m. The hearing is listed for Courtroom 304.
Further proceedings are expected to address the charges as the case moves through the judicial process. Additional information about the crash, the victims, and the investigation may be released as it becomes available.
Beyond the criminal charges and court proceedings, the crash has left families and an entire cycling community facing a painful loss.
One person will not return home, while seven others have reportedly suffered serious injuries. Their loved ones must now navigate the uncertainty, emotional strain, and challenges that follow a sudden and traumatic event.
For the cyclists involved, what began as a morning ride ended in tragedy. Friends, relatives, and fellow riders are left remembering the person who died while hoping for recovery and healing for those who survived.
Our thoughts are with the family of the person who lost their life, the seven injured cyclists, and everyone affected by this devastating collision.
May the person who died be remembered with love and dignity, and may the injured victims find strength and healing in the days ahead.