Spencer Co., IN (March 26, 2026) – Two people lost their lives in a head-on crash on Tuesday, March 24, on State Road 66 in Spencer County. The collision occurred shortly before 6 p.m. east of County Road 400 West.
Officials said a pickup truck traveling west crossed the center line and struck an oncoming car. The driver of the car, 54-year-old Larry R. Lindsey of Rockport, and a rear-seat passenger, 64-year-old Barry Morris of Whitesville, Kentucky, were pronounced dead at the scene.
A second passenger in the car, from Owensboro, was taken to a hospital in Indianapolis for treatment. The pickup driver, identified as 29-year-old Lindsey Baxter of Evansville, was treated at a hospital and later released.
Authorities said the driver of the pickup was arrested the following day. The roadway was closed for about two and a half hours as crews responded and cleared the scene.
The crash remains under investigation.
We extend our sincere condolences to the families of the deceased victims and wish the injured passenger a full recovery.
What Factors Are Often Involved in Center Line Crossing Crashes?
Longer roadway stretches near State Road 66 may encourage higher speeds. Injury accident responses in Spencer County often focus on maintaining visibility and managing traffic flow during serious incidents.
Crashes that involve a vehicle crossing the center line can lead to direct impacts with oncoming traffic. These situations often leave little time for drivers to react or avoid a collision.
Road alignment, driver condition, and vehicle control are often key elements reviewed in these types of crashes. The position of the vehicles and the damage patterns can help explain how the incident unfolded.
